1974 johnson 85hp

[billybob]

Just bought this engine, it's been sitting for five years.Trying to see if it's any good.<br />No water coming out of engine ports in back while flushing & running / but engine stays cool,carbs leaking fuel at base of bowls(ordered carb kits)& impeller kit.<br />Are these engines ok?<br />Anything I need to watch for, or service.<br />Run in heavy salt water.<br />I'm a certified auto tech but this is a little bit different.<br />Thanks a lot. Billybob <br /> corvinaman@earthlink.net <br />[*]null

 

[Pursuit2150]

Re: 1974 johnson 85hp

Sitting that long, but still runs is a good beginning, don't run it any more till you do all on the routine stuff i.e. water pump, lower unit drain/lube, plugs etc.pay particular attention to all the rubber gaskets, a good cleaning will also help see or smell anything funky. Good luck, & get a manual.

 

[arksmaleng]

Re: 1974 johnson 85hp

the 85 is a great almost bullet proof engine with an excellent gearbox.you may have to retard high speed timing a few degrees to use todays low oct. fuels.OMC dealers will have a chart showing what older engines require timing changes or even head gasket changes.

 

[chumbucket]

Re: 1974 johnson 85hp

pursuit 2150 where you from in medford ,i live in mt laurel gary chumbaitn.j.@aol.com

 

[billybob]

Re: 1974 johnson 85hp

Thanks for the response on my 85 johnson.<br />This is a great site.<br />You guys are great,learning lots in Calif,<br />Have a manual on order. Billybob<br />