late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

[Swivelhart]

Basic question as the title. Looking to purchase one but need warnings as I have no experience with this motor.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

Great motor.

 

[Xcusme]

Re: late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

Ditto...It's a winner.

 

[Borchik]

Re: late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

very few problems, as an Evinrude dealer since 1953 I can say thats probably the one we see the least of for service issues.

 

[northwoodslivin]

Re: late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

Ive got an 87 and I am loving mine

 

[Swivelhart]

Re: late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

thanks

 

[mnmx3]

Re: late 80's Johson 8 horse (good motor?)

I've had mine since new and it still runs great. i will say this....I've had the carb out so much for cleaning over the years I can do it blindfolded.