1982 60HP Tiller conversion

[mildot1]

Hi, first post on here so I hope it's within the guidelines.<br />I just aquired a 82 Johnson mod#J60ELC1A, set up for remote steer. I need to convert to tiller.<br />Does any one have any parts,info, places to look for parts that might speed up my project???<br /><br />Thank's in Advance<br />Brad

 

[mildot1]

Re: 1982 60HP Tiller conversion

Well it turns out that the motor is a 81. I had no luck with the local johnson dealer today and can find no help on the johnson web site.<br />Surely some ol'boy knows something about this swap! <br />C'mon guys please help me out!!!<br /><br />Thanks<br />Brad

 

[ondarvr]

Re: 1982 60HP Tiller conversion

Most of the tiller handles will fit, but you need to get the correct throttle cable. I converted a 97 90HP to a tiller, nobody could even find a part # for a tiller on this model. One dealer had a used one in stock (he didn't know what it came off of) and said to try it. It fit, but the cable was a little different, I just made a small bracket so it would connect and it worked great.

 

[TimMattson]

Re: 1982 60HP Tiller conversion

Brad ,<br /> We have a late 80s 55hp model with the tiller and front shift lever assy. on a carcus donor motor in our pile.We also have the OMC parts books to get the real #s if desired and may also have the right cable in stock.<br /> Ill check for a # and will post some more if I find it.....Sorensen Marine in Seattle at 206 767 4622 can help with this.....<br /> TM

 

[mildot1]

Re: 1982 60HP Tiller conversion

Tim<br /><br /> I have found a tiller handle like your describing,Whether it will fit or not I won't know till it arrives. <br /> I assume I will need the choke and starter button, I had a 94 40hp set up this way buy I can't remember the layout of where the starter button and choke were situated.<br /> I will get back with you when the part I bought arrives with a better idea of what I need.<br />Thanks for your help!!<br />Brad