1956 Johnson, 10hp QD 17-b Broken shifter

[rockybelleboata]

First I just want to say great forum and very knowledgeable members. I’m learning a lot.
I’m having the ‘motor kicking at high speed’ problem. On the water if I hold the shifter forward it helps reduce the kicking, before I investigate the lower end I need to start at the top. The shifter, I’ve discovered, has been replaced with an even older one (its green). I removed the shifter handle and found out the backing piece the handle screws to is broken. I can’t find it in any of the parts manuals and was wondering if it’s replaceable.
For some reason the forum wont upload any of my pics.( edit: will post a couple more times so i can upload pics.)
Thanks.

 

[HighTrim]

Yes you can replace it. No you wont find it listed on any parts sites though! I likely have a few spares, will look. If not, post a wanted ad at aomci.org in the classifieds.

The bad news is you have to pull the powerhead to change it out. Not a huge deal, but something to note. You can change the o ring, and re grease it while you have it apart so that it does not leak.

 

[HighTrim]

By the way it is part number 376307 Adjusting lever and shaft assembly.

While you have it apart, change o ring part number 303191

I would have an extra base gasket on hand as well in case yours gets damaged pulling off the powerhead. Part number 303892

 

[rockybelleboata]

No Title

Thanks for the advice, here is a pic of the problem.
Any recommendations for where to obtain parts in Winnipeg ,MB would be greatly appreciated.

 

[oldboat1]

and Ebay (yes, win some, lose some). If a seller is parting out a 10, might have the lever and shaft even if hasn't posted it yet. 15/18 might fit too -- might check parts diagrams/part numbers. Should be able to come up with a parts manual (distinct from a service manual). Or find blow ups online.....

 

[HighTrim]

Yup they are shared by many different models.

Some on ebay, but priced high!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VIMTAGE-376...ORS-/381336515598?hash=item58c96d740e&vxp=mtr

I would try a wanted ad at aomci.org in the classifieds. A member will ship you one for cheaper.

 

[oldboat1]

well known Canadian parts cabal on AOMCI.... got all the good stuff. all very hush hush -- password protected. and $50 for really good stuff (recommended). can get a pressure tank or parts too, if preferred. if preferred. preferred.

+1 on Ebay shipping costs, international costs. have to shop carefully.