1980 2 HP Johnson Head and Gasket

[Blackfinn]

I'm looking for a source for a head and head gasket for a 1980 2 HP Johnson, J2RCS. The existing one has a helicoil and I'd just as soon get rid of it. I haven't had any luck on the Internet and my dealer says they are no longer available. Any suggestions of where I might look would be appreciated.

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: 1980 2 HP Johnson Head and Gasket

You are right about the head,but my sources show the gasket as available.Never did figure out the helicoil/sparkplug deal.I have seen references about hot spots and preignition,yet OMC always sold the helicoil kits.<br /><br />Were it my engine I would not be concerned about the helicoil,but as these engines do tend to run hot,I'd make sure the helicoil is not even close to protruding into the combustion chamber.<br /><br />Any dealer might have old stock sitting on his shelf.<br /><br />DHP

 

[BTF112989]

Re: 1980 2 HP Johnson Head and Gasket

Finding a whole parts motor might be easier than looking for a new head.

 

[OBJ]

Re: 1980 2 HP Johnson Head and Gasket

If you are dead set about replacing the head, give SeaWay Marine out in Washington St. a call. They have a web site. They carry a lot of the discontinued stuff. Last good part number for the head was PN 432670.

 

[Blackfinn]

Re: 1980 2 HP Johnson Head and Gasket

Thanks for the suggestions, guys. I searched some more on the net, and found Fairwinds Marina in Maryland. They seem to have a lot of obsolete parts. Don't you suppose they were open Sunday and it took 'em only 15 mins. to come up with a used head in great shape except one of four gas tank mounting tabs is busted off. But at only $20, I figure I can fabricate something if needed.<br />Al