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I had it running for a few seconds and then a while later I took those compression readings cranking a few rev, 3-4 times. The starter does stay engaged until I turn key "off" (engine will stay running until I disconnect 12V direct to coil). I'm going to do an oil change (oil looks really thin...

I was able to get it started (direct power to coil) and do a compression test. I have never done one before so not sure about results or method. I am getting 0 Volts with key on at positive side of coil. Also took off the wire and measured directly with no voltage found. I re-checked while...

I'm not getting any voltage at the coil + that I can tell (measuring at coil + to ground). I replaced the ignition switch so I know it's good - I can get the engine to turn over with the key now. I get continuity across the IGN and BAT on the ignition switch with the key off - it seems someone...

No spark. I tested the ignition switch and apparently it is in the "On" position. I tested 12.8 V between purple and red wires at the switch. I figured that should give power to the coil but there was nothing across the leads of the coil. I added a wire directly from the battery + to the...

Does the linkage just push out where it attached at the side of carb? Doesn't look threaded. Doesn't want to come out easy. When I removed the carb (linkage still attached) there were some deposits on the gasket on either side. Looking under the carb it seems kind of corroded. Some deposits in...

@spareparts - Thanks. I will definitely upgrade to Pertronix or similar once I determine if outdrive is good. It's on a spare plastic tank with fresh-ish fuel. I picked up a couple of carb base gaskets and I was going to swap one out, but disassembly of the linkage, etc looks a little...

Cleaned up good. Everything seems solid (transom, deck, etc). Hooked up a good batt from another project and she cranked over. Hydraulics were dry so I picked up some Quicksilver Power Steering and Trim fluid, topped her off and we were able to trim up to remove the support bracket from the top...

Amazing what a pressure washer can do!

Thanks Spare! I decided to pull the trigger. I'll post more when I get her home. Excited to have the opportunity to get my hands on one of these after researching.

It definitely needs some cleanup and paint. I haven't made a commitment one way or the other. Might need new bellows immediately. I read about some riser issues. Should I replace the riser gaskets before I try to start? Do I need to have it on the flush when I see if it will crank over...

What is an impeller change like on one of these drives? How hard is it to get to? OMC 800 was a PITA.

I was just wondering what to look for. I had an old bowrider that I picked up as a project several years ago and it had an OMC stringer outdrive which was a PITA. Never got the boat on the water. I'm hoping this one is a little easier to get on the water. ..and yes, I am a cave man. ;) Happens...

I have a line on an old V-20 close to me in Texas. Actually it is from a family member. It has been sitting forever. I think it is a 1975. My great-uncle kept this boat at his lake house. He was a Navy vet and mechanic by trade and he always kept things very meticulously. All titles, manual, etc...

I have a line on an old V-20 close to me in Texas. Actually it is from a family member. It has been sitting forever. I think it is a 1975. My great-uncle kept this boat at his lake house. Navy vet and mechanic by trade and he always kept things very meticulously. From what I am reading these...