Need advice on Buying an Engine

[AtlDawg]

I am looking at a 1985 Johnson 140 model J140TLCO. Is this a good engine or does anyone know about any problems?<br /><br />Thanks,<br />Cliff

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

A torque monster. The 1985's came with a V6 style gearcase so you can use a large diameter prop. <br /><br />A darn good motor in my opinion.

 

[AtlDawg]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

OK Thanks... Sounds like I might need to go for it.

 

[JB]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

Moving to General Outboard

 

[shade788]

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Is the engine currently on a boat? I would ask if you could take it out for a ride. I was lucky enough to do that when I purchased my outboard. I felt more comfortable taking it out for a long ride before making the purchase.<br /><br />

 

[AtlDawg]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

The motor is not on a boat but he says we can run it with muffs. He also doesn't have a compression check but says that i can get a mechanic to test it or I'll take my gauge with me. The thing is it's a really good price and I was looking at a new powerhead for my 150 Evinrude. This would be a lot cheaper and I could part my rude out.

 

[Rmac]

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Someone has one on e-bay right now for 800$ in Tampa

 

[AtlDawg]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

That's exactly the one and I just bought it. Any thoughts from the pics/description.

 

[AtlDawg]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

Also can anyone recommend how much to check on this engine? If compression is OK and it runs smooth should I just put a water pump on and go? Or should I fork out for a set of head gaskets and take a look at the cylinders?

 

[quantumleap]

Re: Need advice on Buying an Engine

If it ain't broke, don't try to fix it!