Johnson 300 V8

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Avery

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I am looking at a used boat with a johnson v8 300 outboard. I know nothing about this motor. does anyone have an opinion or experience that could share if this might be a good motor and have some longevity. what would maintenance be like? thanks AVERY
 
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S.T. Marine

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Re: Johnson 300 V8

Hello,<br /><br /> Do not buy that motor they plain old suck!! They do not last long. To much hp to big... newer 250's or 225 are what you should be looking for
 
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Mufasa

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Re: Johnson 300 V8

Avery,<br /><br />That motor has not been produced for quite a few years now. I suspect it is do for an overhaul. What year is the motor? Do you have a model number? What size boat is it on and how do you plan on using it? Rebuilt on a fast boat they will run very strong. Plan on 4-5 thousand for the restoration of the motor. You need to get it for almost free. What is the deal?
 
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Dhadley

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Re: Johnson 300 V8

I love them! I've had several and raced a couple. Set them up like a V8 (not a V6) and they are bullet proof. The X dimension and fuel delivery system is key. <br /><br />While it's true that OMC did discontinue selling them in the US they were very much in demand overseas. <br /><br />Tell us more about the rig. We did a triple V8 deal once. What a blast! A rep buddy was involved in a quad set up. <br /><br />More info, please!
 
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Jack Shellac

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Re: Johnson 300 V8

Yeah, the Florida Marine Police had a twin 300 set-up on some of their patrol boats a few years back [Pensacola area]. They were awesome to see, particularly when they were opened up on a relatively light boat. Just looking at motors this size on the back of the boat was enough to make me idle down when they passed by. Would like to hear more about yours if you decide to go with it.
 
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Hooty

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Re: Johnson 300 V8

I'm like dhadley. Wish I had one or two, then I could go find a boat to fit 'um on.<br /><br />c/6<br /><br />Hooty
 
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DJ

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Re: Johnson 300 V8

Really cool engines. There is nothing mysterious about them. They're just a V-6 with a couple more cylinders and associated hardware.
 
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