Johnny/Evinrude 70hp are they the same?

[spitfire9au]

I have a pair of Evinrude 70hp, 3cyl, 1984 motors and have the chance to buy a Johnson 70hp 1989 for spares at what I think is a good price. Haven't seen it yet so wondered if anybody knows if they are the same motor, are there enough interchangeable parts to make it worth my while. The Johnny is oil injected while mine are premix. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.<br />Thanks,<br />Jeff.

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: Johnny/Evinrude 70hp are they the same?

Jeff..... There were many improvements and changes in that 5 year spread. It's very unlikely that you'll find anything that will interchange.