Old Johnson Motor

[Dave Johnston]

I'm trying to find the year and hp of this motor, serial #J47854. It appears to be a 2hp, looks kinda like an old seagull engine. I believe its from the 40's. On top of engine is Johnson Motor Company, South Bend, Ind, US. with serial #.<br />Thanks

 

[steelespike]

Re: Old Johnson Motor

We need a model number something like A or BN,<br /> A25 etc. If its truly a 2 it is pretty early<br /> as early as 22-23.

 

[Dave Johnston]

Re: Old Johnson Motor

On the mounting bracket is J-15.<br />Thanks

 

[alcan]

Re: Old Johnson Motor

Hi Dave<br /> Can you take a closer look at the model #. The closest I can find might be J-75 this would be a 1935 1.4hp. Also maybe a JW-15 a 1959 3hp.

 

[cvlngineer]

Re: Old Johnson Motor

Where do you find the model number/serial number on the powerhead. Mine has been painted and I don't know where to look.<br /><br />cvlngineer

 

[ob]

Re: Old Johnson Motor

Try using some paint remover on the welsh plug and see if it exposes some numbers.Scratching it off may distort the numbers.