Re: 1985 Johnson 8hp running rough

[PugetSoundBoater]

There is a open vent baffle hole in the back of the hood handle or down in the lower cowl below the carb that is open to the outside that lets air in. Could that have become restricted? I know it sounds like a long shot, but as Don says "never say never". You never know what a previous owner has done. Many of us have seen some pretty odd "repairs" done for unknown reasons.

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