1986 150HP Johnson Beeping from control box and VRO questions

[GlastronMegatron]

Hi all,

I’m bringing back to life a 1986 Johnson 150HP that’s been sitting for a while. When I put the key in the ignition and turn it to the on position a continuous beeping comes from the control box, when cranking the beep goes away and when the engine is running the beeping persists. According to the manual this means either high temp(which isn’t possible) or fuel line obstruction? I’m just curious how it would know there’s a fuel line obstruction before even cranking the engine.

Secondly, the oil line coming to the VRO pump has been severed by some nesting rodents. I was curious if I could simply plug that line and mix my own oil/fuel and be good to go. Or will the pump only function properly if both oil and fuel are present and therefore needs to be replaced. Thanks.

 

[oldboat1]

If there is no oil, no not(!!) run the engine. I would mend the line with a straight connector and a couple of clamps from the hardware store, or replace it.

But chances are the gas is too old, so a good time to convert if you want to. Plug the oil line at the motor, and unplug the harness. Run with a portable tank with fresh premix, at least temporarily.

 

[GlastronMegatron]

I’ve been running it on premix while I try to figure it out, was just curious if plugging the VRO was acceptable. Thank you!

 

[racerone]

Do a compression test before spending any beer tokens on this motor.

 

[GlastronMegatron]

Do a compression test before spending any beer tokens on this motor.

I got it running for a good bit and sounds good on all cylinders. It won’t advance the throttle very far. I’m tackling a carb issue now.