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don’T crack it open because you have low compresssion as per labrador-guy’s comment.
these oldiesall have the same problems …
cracked coils, bad condensers, points can be cleaned up and be perfectly good. Check/replace gear oil . creamy oil means water got in but some just refill mid season. Resealing the GC is simple …after you have done a few !
if you change cracked coils install new plug wires with 7mmm copper strand ( no carbon wires!) Clean the carb and make certain the idle circuit is clear… blast with carb cleaner
see carb bugs….note the rd23 has a high speed orifice plug not a needle …see manual page 169 +
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ga1Cjymj6ms&feature=youtu.be
1961 Johnson RD-23 40 hp Outboard Motor Parts
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