1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

 

[wbeaton]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Well, I'm converted. Looks like a Javelin powerhead. Cut off switch is upside down, but that's the only thing that doesn't look right to me.

Someone has obviously done some work to it. Maybe they swapped powerheads, but it doesn't matter. You can easily restore it to original if you so choose. If you do you will need the manual throttle lever and cover pictured below. The cover and lever isn't unique to the Javelin so its not hard to find.

I have a parts manual for that motor. PM me your email address and I'll email you a copy.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

you need this bypass cover. and the parts in my directions. it is a very easy straight forward conversion.

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

you need this bypass cover. and the parts in my directions. it is a very easy straight forward conversion.

where exactly does that cover go?? link to the thread with instructions?

thanks guys

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Well, I'm converted. Looks like a Javelin powerhead. Cut off switch is upside down, but that's the only thing that doesn't look right to me.

Someone has obviously done some work to it. Maybe they swapped powerheads, but it doesn't matter. You can easily restore it to original if you so choose. If you do you will need the manual throttle lever and cover pictured below. The cover and lever isn't unique to the Javelin so its not hard to find.

I have a parts manual for that motor. PM me your email address and I'll email you a copy.

what does the manual throttle lever do? this thing is stick/tiller steer

 

[wbeaton]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

what does the manual throttle lever do? this thing is stick/tiller steer

Its only for back up throttle control on remote steer rigs. Remember it wasn't originally tiller steer so in order to return it to original you'd have to convert it back.

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Its only for back up throttle control on remote steer rigs. Remember it wasn't originally tiller steer so in order to return it to original you'd have to convert it back.

sweet thanks...i sent ya my e-mail.

and i have no idea if this thing has been worked on...do you guys still think the lower half is not for this motor? (I.E bc it is not red or gold or what ever?)

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

I have no plans on doing anything to this motor but getting it to run and maybe painting it..

If i found another motor with similar HP that ran good and i could buy it with the money i make on this one id sell it and let someone who appreciates it restore it.

 

[steelespike]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

The Javelin is a sought after motor. What is your model number? I don't think you have Javelin. The 1956 has a red (Holiday Bronze) midsection and lower unit. Also, I don't believe the Javelin was offered with a tiller handle. Your motor is white even below the re-paint and has a tiller handle. Also, the tiller grip looks like a 1957-58. You probably have a 35 hp hiding under the cowl.

Yes get the water level up, but you should still replace the impeller. Especially, if you ran it for any length of time without it in the water.

Your motor should like Steve's.

That "D cell battery" sized thing is your choke solenoid. It operates the choke only when using remote controls.

3/4 of a turn might be a little lean on the low speed jet. Standard start position is 1.5 turns out from gently seated. The top jet is the low speed and the bottom is the high.

True he has some parts finagled but I had a 56 tiller Javelin.Didn't appear to have been changed.

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

True he has some parts finagled but I had a 56 tiller Javelin.Didn't appear to have been changed.

so does this motor seem to be that same as your tiller Javelin?

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

link to thread with instuctions. it was already posted in this thread.
http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=205628

 

[steelespike]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

so does this motor seem to be that same as your tiller Javelin?

Yes it does and I don't believe you can convert a remote Javelin to tiller without changing the belly pan.One of the pictures someone posted shows
the remote style tiller stump.Not adaptable to a tiller.

 

[freddyray21]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

what pump you buy depends on what method of conversion you want to do. Both will work. All the details have been given to you. You need to read the instructions given to you and try. We can help you out if you need it, but we cannot do it for you. Unless you are in the St Louis area and then I would be glad to help you.

 

[wbeaton]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Yes it does and I don't believe you can convert a remote Javelin to tiller without changing the belly pan.One of the pictures someone posted shows
the remote style tiller stump.Not adaptable to a tiller.

Actually, I think it can. It looks like a simple swap when I compare my Javelin to my 25 hp Big Twin. The "stump" is only held on by a single screw and a tab. Looks like the tiller arm should bolt right in. Later models can't do it, but I believe this one can.

I certainly can't argue if tiller steer was an option ,but it still doesn't explain the white. Could have been stripped and repainted. I don't know.

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

what pump you buy depends on what method of conversion you want to do. Both will work. All the details have been given to you. You need to read the instructions given to you and try. We can help you out if you need it, but we cannot do it for you. Unless you are in the St Louis area and then I would be glad to help you.

yeah i know im just concerned as this is my first boat and id hate to screw it up..

seems like a simple conversion though.... ill stop asking annoying questions.

 

[samo_ott]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

I thought he meant $750 for the boat motor and trailer... was it just for the motor? Wow!

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

I thought he meant $750 for the boat motor and trailer... was it just for the motor? Wow!

that is what i said... and he still wants it..he e-mailed me today... i only paid 500 for the whole deal...

 

[samo_ott]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Sell It!

 

[davidf5252]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Sell It!

nah i cant get a 30 horse for $750 might as well keep this old motor she runs good..

 

[tmcalavy]

Re: 1956 Johnson Javelin Water flow question

Here's the thread that shows how to do the fuel pump conversion two ways. I have done both and prefer the Mikuni pump conversion...easier to do and cheaper, just did it on my 57 Evinrude Big Twin 35 hp:
http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=205628