calling JB

[dk990496]

JB <br />looking at the manuals on iboat not sure witch one fits mine will it be the VOL IV 1973-1993 i have a 1983 Johnson 115 V-4 want to make sure i get the right one

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: calling JB

Not JB, but if you are after a Seloc, that's the one you want. VOL IV Part # 230-0101 <br /><br />Or:<br /><br /> A Factory Manual

 

[dk990496]

Re: calling JB

rick<br />Just looking for one to do general maintenance with like changing the water pump there are so many not sure witch one I need.

 

[OBJ]

Re: calling JB

Well dk....JB will probably find out where I live and come beat the snot outta me but.....Ya' can't beat OEM manuals for your specific engine. True, the generics are good to a point, but they generally cover several models and can be confusing to the do-it-yerselfer. I'd look at both first before buying. Just my $.02 worth.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: calling JB

dk990496 <br /><br />I have personally found that whenever I do any work on my motor that involves anything more than basic maintenance(Spark Plug Change, Lower unit oil change, Ect.) I open the factory manual. This includes the water pump, as it is a bit more than basic maintenance! It is very convenient to have that model specific manual when you are into unknown territory. I have all the Manuals for both my motors and the generic ones still look like new if that tells you anything. And yes OBJ, JB will be after us now.

 

[JB]

Re: calling JB

I don't disagree with the excellent advice above.<br /><br />I do find aftermarket manuals easier to read and short on details. <br /><br />OEM Manuals I have often require me to know some technical terms not common among users, and occasionally call for special tools or equipment that the shadetree guy or user wont have.<br /><br />For routine maintenance and minor repair, I like Clymer or Seloc. For more complex operations the OEM manual is necessary.