Johnson 70hk -88

[Nellie]

Hi all , im new at this great site.<br />Can anyone describe for me how to change impeller <br />on my engine.<br />English isnt my native language so i hope i will understand anyway.<br /><br />Regards / Nellie

 

[JB]

Re: Johnson 70hk -88

Hello, Nellie.<br /><br />It is best to use a Repair Manual to do this task. The pictures will greatly help the words.<br /><br />Good luck.

 

[OBJ]

Re: Johnson 70hk -88

JB is absolutly right Nellie. The job in itself is not difficult and the manual will only make it easier. Check iboats store for the generic manuals. Or get a reprint of the original service manual which would probably do you more good. Check the links below for reprints.<br /><br /> http://www.marineengine.com/manuals/johnson/order_pre-1980.html <br /><br /> http://ww3.kencook.com/evinrudejohnsonmanuals/ <br /><br />Don't hesitate to post if you have any questions.

 

[Nellie]

Re: Johnson 70hk -88

The thing is that i have to change the impeller today.<br />We r going out with the boat tomorrow.<br />Can some one try to explain the change?<br /><br /><br />/ Nellie

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Johnson 70hk -88

Remove the bolts holding the lower unit to the powerhead. 4 on top on the plate above the prop and then the one on the "Fin" on the bottom of the lower unit and then with a deep socket, there is another one up inside where you removed the Fin.(6 bolts, altogether) The lower unit should drop a little(1/2"). If so, remove the shift rod linkage and remove the lower unit. Hopefully the LU is not stuck on by the driveshaft splines and will come right off. The impeller sits in a housing right on top of the lower unit. Can't miss it! This is a start, anyway.. If I missed anything, others will correct me.

 

[Nellie]

Re: Johnson 70hk -88

Thanks for the answer.<br />I have removed all bolts but the space under the engine to remove shift rod linkage isnt much.