1956 johnson, need parts

[gregorymp]

I just got a 1956 johnson 15 hp, model number fd 10 l. I am having trouble finding parts. Any good web sites?

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

what parts do you need? laingsoutboards.com that's a great motor by the way.

 

[gregorymp]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

just getting started i need the 3 prong fuel connector and eventually i will need a prop shaft and the lower housing unit, this was missing when i got the motor.

 

[tmcalavy]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

Engine, Blade & Prop in Milwaukee.

 

[wbeaton]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

Look for a complete used lower unit. It will probably be cheaper than buying the housing and prop shaft and you'll have a spare gear set to boot. That lower unit was used on the 10 and 18 hp from 1956-1959. I think there was a change in 1960, but it may be possible to use a newer LU from the 1960's. I don't have my books in front of me right now, but I'm sure someone else will come along.

Check eBay, post an ad on craigslist, or post a free ad over at AOMCI.

 

[67Johnson6HP]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

That's way too much trouble to go through. I'll take it off your hands.

 

[samo_ott]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

BTW, the 3 prong fuel connector that's on the hose is quite expensive. Over $100 at a dealer. It's easier to find a whole tank used with hose for $50 or so. As for the 3 prong receiver that goes on the engine, I dunno how expensive they are. They seem to be needed a lot less.

 

[rjezuit]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

There are a couple of old 15HP Evinrudes on Ebay right now. Except for the covers, the mechanicals are identical. Rick

 

[tmcalavy]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

Saw the fuel prong connector there the other day, too. Less than $20. PM me and I'll email you the Parts List/diagrams for the 57 FD-11, same motor (almost) but makes 18 hp.

 

[kbait]

Re: 1956 johnson, need parts

a guy in hackensack mn called tim's outboard usually has what I've needed for 'hard' parts and I get tuneup parts from napa (sierra parts) or local marina (brp replacement). Good luck. Git'r running and she'll keep on going!