ID number

[cddetelich]

I bought a 1990 Johnson 175. The insurance company wants a motor ID number. I looked all over the mounting bracket, under the cowl, etc. and I can't find any sort of an ID plate. Where do I look?

 

[north40]

Re: ID number

cd, post this in the johnson/evinrude repair forum. I'm sure someone there can help.<br />Bob

 

[Solittle]

Re: ID number

Look for a welch plug on the block. The model number should be stamped in it.

 

[cddetelich]

Re: ID number

What is a welch plug? Where is it on the block? And is this "Model #" the "ID #?"

 

[roscoe]

Re: ID number

Welsh plug is a round aluminum dome, about an inch in diameter, usually on the top side or front of the power head. Might have the model number and the serial number on it.<br /><br />If it doesn't have one, engrave a unique number into the powerhead with an engraving tool. Use a number like half your drivers license number and your first name spelled backwards.<br />What they want is an id number that is unique and specific to that motor in case it is stolen and needs to be identified if recovered.