Restoring my Johnson 6r72d

[Frankenstein Johnson]

Johnson 6hp sat for -20 years. Good compression on both cylinders. Cooling passages clear and flowing. Carb, ignition, fuel pump rebuild planned. Missing lower unit just worrying about the power head for now. Looking for sanity checks before ordering parts. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Frankenstein Johnson]

And if you have questions about specifics I hadn’t mentioned I’ll try my best to fill it in

 

[racerone]

These are fantastic / simple motors.-----When I pick up one of these the block is torn down for a complete inspection.---Have 4 of them on the work bench now.---Consumable parts are easy to find.----If it still has the original head gasket , you should replace it with improved one.----Sierra is the best deal for that item..----Check thermostat as I usually find them stuck open or missing.

 

[Crosbyman]

Johnson 6hp

Johnson

and lots of info on utube if you search

has indicated these are the best little kickers for back-up and trolling

good find ! but don't overspend $$$ it may be best to find another donnor engine a complete one to work on and just use your amputee for parts.

 

[Chris1956]

Gee, didn't OMC make those engines (with minor mods) for 40 years? They always used them on the rental crab boats here at the Jersey Shore.