58 18hp johnson hard to start and no rpm at WOT

[riverbronzeback]

Sounds like it is either the pinion seal and bearing on the rear end. Or i have more major problems in the rear end itself. Got it half way torn apart Sunday. Will try to finish monday night. Supposed to rain tonight so maybe not. Trying to get my buddy to tow my boat to river if truck not finished soon. I hope river test goes well cause i listed my 9.5 for sale on ebay last night. That was deal with the wife. I do think i have her talked into letting me keep recently purchased 57'johnson 3hp. Such a cool little motor and runs great after replacing cracked and busted up coils. Still need to rebuild carb on it but still runs really good. SMALLMOUTH RULE!

 

[Loggerhead Mike]

ouch. what kinda truck you drivin? we got all the software @ the dealership if you need some help gimmy a holler and i can send you some info ( preloading specs ect ect)