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    Does that look normal? Smoke...

    1970 25hp that I just got running. The engine is warm. Gas mix is 50:1 non-ethanol, and not old. I have the low speed needle turned in as much as possible and in the sweet spot for the best idle. The only other outboard motor I've ever owned is a 1970 6hp and it doesn't smoke much at all...
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    1970 25 hp Johnson running WAY too rich (video)

    Update: Thanks for the solid core plug wire suggestion. I'll figure out if I need some. I adjusted the throttle to open much later and borrowed my dad's timing light. I also fixed the stuck low speed valve adjustment. It's now no longer running overly rich, but still running poorly. Timing...
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    1970 25 hp Johnson running WAY too rich (video)

    I am at a loss at where to go from here. I've almost exhausted everything I can think of. I'm not a mechanic and don't have a lot of experience. I can be resourceful and follow directions when I need to though ;) . I got a 25R70E - 25hp Johnson Seahorse from a guy near me for a decent price...
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