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    access thermostat on 86 9.9 johnson

    I removed the bolt to latch in order to remove stat cover but bolt is too long so I can't get the latch and bolt out of the way. So I am asking for suggestions. I replaced water impeller with kit and decided to flush upper by hooking hose to copper intake. A little dribble out of pee hole . So I...
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    access thermostat on 86 9.9 johnson

    I removed bolt to latch but it is too long to come out and get out of the way of stat cover so should I remove power head to access water intake to see if grommet is smashed. If so what gasket/ kits do I need to put her back. I installed impeller kit then hooked up hose to copper intake to flush...
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    86 johnson 9.9 water comes out hole but not pee hole in middle

    Hi < I replaced water pump etc. and hooked hose to copper intake water comes out hole on r. side of motor underneath( tube feeds it from a small block.) no real water comes out pee hole. Is this a concern prior to reassembly? After reinstalling lower unit and testing does water come out of pee...
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    threads on 1980's johnson controls (no key)

    I don't have key for the control unit so I can't engage starter motor to test 82 johnson 35hp. can you get key or by pass simply to try to start and test motor? The 9.9 is set up to start electric also. It has seperate control (standard f and reverse once in gear you can accelerate . I don't...
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    82 or so johnson controls Key??

    I tested 9.9 86 no water pee, pushed weed wire up no change . The 35hp has more modern controls with key hole . I don't have key and want to test motor. Any suggestions as to how to engage starter motor for test??? Thanks
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    model year of j35 and j10

    I am fortunate to receive boat with 2 motors .I ask of your assistance for ID help for correct year to order parts. 35 Johnson model number J35ECND; serial no. E5652999 and a 9.9 h.p. model no. j10ECDB; serial no. E6164085. They are in great condition but have been sitting for 20 years. So...
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    58 johnson 35 hp adjust shift rod(popping out of gear)

    Today I received great instructions here on how to examine clutch dog. Is there a way to adjust shift rod or check to see if that is problem? Do i take off lower unit to do so? I replaced impeller not long ago and wonder if I messed it up. It was a gift so I don' know the history. Thanks again
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    popping out of gear 58 johnson 35hp

    any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Only fine at idle. Reverse is ok
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    58 35hp johnson

    does anyone know if someone has one of these gems that could help ? No body seems to be old enough. The only old outboard mechanic I knew had a stroke. Thanks
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    RD19 drain plug 1957 35 hp johnson

    I drained lower drive unit by removing lone phillips screw at bottom starboard side. does that screw secure the shift rod as well? If so do I have to disassemble the gearcase to properly realign the components to reinstall the screw. Also does anybody have picture of motor with shift cable...
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    johnson controls shipmaster

    Is there a thread on procedure for reinstalling new cables. Questions come to mind about greese, Moving parts? Also correct assembly so I don't have kink like previous set up. Set screw at control box then reassemble then set screws at motor?Gear and throttle controls in neutreul position? My...
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    johnson controls Identify for new shift and throttle cables

    How do I identify which cable to order for johnson controls (Shipmaster) I suspect they are original for 59 glasspar with 35 hp johnson. The shift cable appears to have a bit of twist when you connect to gear shift and creeps back out of gear. I followed instructions for put in neutreul then...
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    travel with motor up/ disconnect fuel, gear?

    I was curious if folks disconnect fuel line and gear linkage at motor when travelling. I ask because of the stress on cables when motor is up and tilted seems a bit more than if motor is down.
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    Still mild pissing.58 johnson 35hp third time in

    Pressure plate no scores . Is that plate all that seperates the oil from bottom?1 of the ports or the two had more resistance but I could blow through easily. I have fished out lines housing looks perfect. Any ideas. I am going to take it apart again tomorrow morning and compress air throughout...
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    o rings on shaft cause air leak malfunctioning the impeller

    The o rings on the shaft if bad cause the impeller to not work proper. There is a little oil leaking into barrel when I run her.
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    new impeller doesn't pump at slow speed

    58 johnson 35 hp. There are 3 exhaust holes. The main exhaust no water, the middle expels pee power like a 50's plus man . I don't know what third hole is.I replaced impeller, housing looked good, intakes clear, the old impeller looked the same as the one I put in .I barrel tested and seems to...
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    cracks on old sport lido 1959

    What is the best treatment for the old boat that has suface cracks from sun etc..????
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    58 johnson 35 hp impeller, no gaskets?shift rod disconnect?

    I assume the impeller housing has gasket but the only information obtained is just replace the impeller. Does anyone know this motor specifically(RDS 20? When I receive the impeller I will find out the answers about gaskets and o rings I suppose. How do you disconnect shift rod? I pulled 2...
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    RDS 20 impeller kit

    I boat has impeller but doesn't offer kit. Does anyone know where to find the full kit. It seems senseless to replace impeller without seals etc... also manual needed. Please help so I can mechanic and get back to the water......
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    water pump /seals buy?

    We tested the 50 sport lido with 58 johnson ran well but no water coming out of exhaust hole so I believe I need new impeller and whole seal kit . Can you order this at I boat and what brand of parts and do I need any special tools. do I need to request something that might not be in kit. Also...
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