Operating a 140 Johnson without thermostats

Bobby D.

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Due to some overheating recently, I decided to remove the stats. Also the seal under the starboard stat became undone with the stainless steel part still in the head. I have a couple of fishing days remaining before I winterize the motor. Can I run the motor for the few fishing trips remaining? I may run the boat for a total of six hours then I'm finished. I know operating the motor without stats is not recommended.
 

JB

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Re: Operating a 140 Johnson without thermostats

Right, Dude. Not recommended.
 

Bobby D.

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Re: Operating a 140 Johnson without thermostats

Thanks JB, but will I damage anything due too the few hours of operation I have left before I'm done for the year.
 

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Re: Operating a 140 Johnson without thermostats

Moving to: Johnson/Evinrude questions.
 
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