1955 johnson seahorse

[FLYBOB]

I have a model QD16 serial #1237240. What is involved in making it like new. I just bought it at a garage sale, hope I didn't pay to much for it but I just had to have it because it is so neat to have a 10HP outboard. They run all day on a little aluminum boat. Fast fun and it doesn't break you.

 

[JB]

Re: 1955 johnson seahorse

Howdy, FlyBob.<br /><br />Your QD-16 is a 1955.<br /><br />Champion J6J or modern Champion equivalent, .030 gap.<br /><br />Points set at .020.<br /><br />24:1 mix, 6 gal. 87 octane unleaded, alcohol free gas and 1 qt. TC-W3 outboard oil.<br /><br />Most parts are easily available. You would be surprised how many of those 47 year old engines are still in regular service.<br /><br />Good luck.