Sea King V4 60 HP

[danmcmartin]

I am not sure of the year of this motor, but I know it is OMC (Gale). I am hoping a similar Johnson/Evinrude exists. My model number is GG8850A. I would like to know what year it is and if a similar J/E model was made.<br /><br />Now, the motor won't turn over. It cranks but will not fire. I am thinking that a tune up is in order, new plugs, wires, points, etc. Any other tips for trying to getting her running?<br /><br />Thanks!

 

[Droll]

Re: Sea King V4 60 HP

I don´t know that exact engine but after a quick search on google I fund something .<br /><br />1960 60 hp Sea king (Gale division of OMC)model #GG8850A. It runs off a magneto and is a v4<br /><br />What do you have ? the engine turns over ?<br />Does it have any spark ?<br />Does it have compression ?<br />when whas the last time runing ?<br />Weet/dry spark plugs ?<br />Is it complete , not any missing parts ?<br /><br />Sorry there are more questions than answers <br /><br />If the engine turns and does have spark + compression try spraying some fresh gas/oil mix in to the carburator , if you got any sign of life try cleaning/rebuilding carburator + fuel pump .<br />If there are no spark ... clean/change points ( 020 ? )<br />Clean all electric connections , if you still can get any spark , get yourself a manual ,you will need it . <br /><br />Try a search on the forum ,see what you find .

 

[steelespike]

Re: Sea King V4 60 HP

My info indicates the 60 was built from 60 - 63.<br /> Displacement is the same as the E/J 50 and 65<br /> 70.7 cu in.Im pretty sure they all share many parts. 67 and earlier, point gap .020,J4C plugs at .030.Any differences year to year are probably<br />shared.Though not necessarily directly year to year.

 

[danmcmartin]

Re: Sea King V4 60 HP

The engine appears to be complete. I haven't got a starting battery, but I do have a deep cycle I could use. I suppose that would work. Or I could steal my truck battery.<br /><br />The point gap is confirmed on the engine itself.<br /><br />It was running about a year ago then sat for a while. It cranks, but does not try to fire. I am not sure the guy I bought it from new what he was doing, though. I will try again, check for spark, etc.

 

[danmcmartin]

Re: Sea King V4 60 HP

Allright, I checked the spark and compression.<br /><br />Compression seems good, at least on the cylinder I checked.<br /><br />No spark, again on the cylinder I checked.<br /><br />I ordered a manual, and next I will clean or change the points.<br /><br />Looks like it was maintained. The points have fresh electrical connectors and the belt to the distributor looks fresh. At least now, I know where to begin.

 

[seahorse5]

Re: Sea King V4 60 HP

I believe that motor uses a belt driven magneto, the plug wires come out the bottom. Corrosion buildup around the rotor and the cap is very common. Tune up parts are still available at J/E dealers.

 

[danmcmartin]

Re: Sea King V4 60 HP

That is right. It is belt driven and the wires come out of the bottom. I will check the cap and rotor too.