2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

[flangler]

I just picked one of these up for $700. I think it was a great deal. My question is are they a good motor? any draw backs? And is there anything I could do to up the performance? Not looking to go crazy. Anybody have any input? Thanks

 

[boobie]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

Just keep it tuned and well maintained and run it. They were a good mtr.

 

[Haffiman]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

If right model number, you may just change carb and get 15. If an RH mod, remove plate #47.
http://www.marineengine.com/parts/j...RHSDA&manufacturer=Johnson&section=Carburetor

 

[flangler]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

MOD# J10RLSDC. The motor is mint. It may have 50hrs on it.

 

[Davem3]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

you did good. remember to change the water pump, change the LU oil, and maintain the carp out of her, and she will last for a long long long time...............

oh, and when coming in from a day on the water, disconnect the fuel line and run her out of gas everytime, it will help with keeping the carb clean as much as possible

 

[Haffiman]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

MOD# J10RLSDC. The motor is mint. It may have 50hrs on it.

A bit more work:
You have to change leaf plates and carb and may have to put an insert into the compression relief holes in the cylinder. They did a lot of 'funny' alterations from year to year when this model came out early 90's, not as straight forward as the old ones.

 

[flangler]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

Seems it could get pricey for an extra 5hp. My next question is, convert to short shaft? or build up transom? Converting looks like changing a lot of parts, especially a expensive drive shaft.

 

[Davem3]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

you might be better off trading it for a short shaft if possible?

lets see some pics of the back of your boat and go from there???

 

[flangler]

Re: 2006 Johnson 9.9 2-stroke

Well the transom height is 16 in. And I believe the long shaft is 20-22 in., I can't recall at this moment. So, I'm looking at 4-6 in. difference. A simple jack plate could be the solution as long as I beef up the transom to accommodate it. I will definitely get pictures on here.