Recent content by Caddis295

I am troubleshooting a 96 40hp Force with trim problems. I am not showing voltage at the trim pump. Does someone have a wiring harness diagram that shows the tilt/trim system? Thanks in advance. Caddis295

Guys, I am struggling with finding a replacement Manual Tilt Assist Cable for my Johnson. Any help with a part number will be greatly appreciated. I have gone over the parts breakdown pictures and cannot find anything. Model # TJ40EL-CEC Regards, Caddis295

I recently removed the VRO from my 40 hp Johnson. I was directed to purchase and install the Sierra 18-7352 fuel pump. The install was easy and now my motor will not idle longer than a few seconds. My question is, should I have purchased the 3 Port Sierra 18-7353 fuel pump and attached the...

Looking for some help with my Johnny. Background: Rebuilt the carbs and removed VRO pump system. Installed two port fuel pump. New fuel lines and fuel bulb. Fuel Bulb pumps firm and I can prime the motor at the throttle and the motor will turn over and will idle for a short time then die...

While working on my engine this weekend, I placed the motor in the up position and now it will not come down. My motor has the lever on the right side that actuates a rod in order to manually raise or lower the motor. My question - I cannot find information on how to service this cylinder...

Good Morning, I worked on my boat this weekend. I rebuilt the carburetors and disconnected the VRO with a fuel pump. I was good to hear the motor start, but now it will not idle. I have to prime the motor for it to start and then it runs a short period and dies. I constantly have to prime the...

I finished my carb rebuilds and installed a new water pump. So I prepared to dive into my VRO removal and install a new fuel pump. I ran into a few gliches in my thought process, so a few questions are in order. 1. I located the 3 bolt holes to mount to fuel pump. Can you tell me what the...

I found the thread that gave detailed instructions on how to remove the VRO and put in a new fuel pump to run 50:1. For the life of me I cannot find the thread again. Can someone please direct me to the directions on how to swap out the VRO for the fuel pump for my 40hp Johnson. Thanks a...

I am replacing all my fuel lines but I need to know what sizes I need for my 89 Johnson 40hp. Any idea? I purchased a new tank to motor fuel line/bulb assembly. Just need the internal stuff. Thanks, Caddis295

Can anyone tell me what the part number is for the black rubber piece with two square holes on the back of my 89 Johnson 40hp. Thanks, Caddis295

89 Johnson 40hp TJ40ELCEC. I have looked at the parts diagrams and cannot find it, so I am hopeful someone here will know the part number. I am assuming it is the exhaust port on the back of the engine, but the part I am looking for is made of black rubber and it has two square holes. It is...

I purchased a used bass boat that has a 89 Johnson 40hp on it. It has been sitting unused for about 7 years. What do I need to do it to prepare it for running? I disassembled the carbs and cleaned out the gunk. Ordered the rebuild kit for them. I have read about the VRO system. I plan to...

What grade/type/viscocity oil or lube do I need to perform a lower unit service on a 98 Johnson 40 hp? Thanks a million, Caddis295

Anyone tell what the spark plug gap is set to on a 89 Johnson 40 horse? Thanks Caddis295

Greetings! Newby here! Just bought a 89 Bass Tracker with a Johnson 40 hp. It has been sitting for a long time (6-7yrs). I pulled the carbs and poured out the syrup and cleaned everything up nice. Anything else I should concern myself with prior to trying to start the motor? What about the...