I have a 1972 Johnson 50 (50ESL72C).
I am having an issue with no spark on either spark plug. I figured out it is something to do with the key switch (which has a kill switch feature on it, so when you turn the key off it turns of spark to the plugs which shuts off motor). When I disconnect...
I have a similar motor and am having so much trouble trying to feed the cables back up to the top of the motor. Can anyone give advice on how they did it? What exactly did you guys use? Thanks in advance!
I have this same outboard, 50ESL72C. I am trying to replace the impeller but can’t figure out how to drop the lower unit. Is there a screw in the top of the motor to release a shaft? I’ve seen other outboard there are. But this hydro-electric shift seems to be diffferernt. Basically I need to...
Hey man, I have the exact same boat! I am working on a restoration and am loving seeing some ideas that you have done. Im wondering where you got eh fuel tank and what all did you need to install it.
Thanks!
This is awesome, I am literally in the middle of replacing the floors in almost the exact same boat. 1974 Starcraft Jetstream. I have already taken out my old seats and floor boards, carpet, and foam. I power washed the inside and now getting ready to lay new foam and frame it.
search "1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior work" in the forum search bar. very detailed walkthrough of entire floor process. just skip to when he already has floors ripped out.
Alright I got the side panels out and all floor boards. Thank you all for replying. Took out the nasty foam that was underneath. Now im cleaning out the bottom of the boat, any suggestions? Should i just clean it out or sand it down or what?
I have a 1974 Starcraft Jetstream 2 years back on Crasigslist for a steal. Motor runs great and actually just had the carbs rebuilt this winter. I am trying now to redo the floors/seating. I am having trouble getting the side panels off to take out the floor. Any suggestions would be helpful!
