1969 55hp outboard. The impeller looks good but there is no water exiting the lower unit while running. The "hot" light came on and I immediately shut it off. I pulled the thermostat after it had cooled and started it up again. No water was present in the thermostat area. Any ideas what...
1969 Johnson 55 hp
Unit has been winterized and is sitting in my barn. I have noticed over the last few months that there is oil leaking from the bottom of the lower unit. Around the prop and possibly through the exhaust port (I have to double check about the exhaust port to be sure of this...
I have a 1959 wooden Oconto Cruiser. Very similar to a Thompson. The transom was replaced about 15 years ago but is developing a few soft spots. I have heard about injecting the soft area with a substance that will harden, prevent more rot, and be structural. Can any one help me with what to...
I have a 1969 Johnson 55hp super sea horse. I was running at full throttle, heard some clunking and the engine seized tight. After a few hours I was able to start it again. Next day same thing, ran fine then seized while at full throttle for about 10 min. It was on a sandy river and had been...
