storing an outboard motor

[WaterWitch2]

Is there any reason that I shouldn't store an outboard laying in it's side on wooden blocks? It's a 197? 70HP Johnson.

 

[Chris1956]

Re: storing an outboard motor

No reason not to. Stabilize the fuel, rin the motor a couple of minutes, fog the motor and then make sure the block is drained of any cooling water (leave it upright for several minutes).

 

[WaterWitch2]

Re: storing an outboard motor

Thanks. I already did all those things so I guess I'm good.

 

[Bass Man Bruce]

Re: storing an outboard motor

Is there any reason that I shouldn't store an outboard laying in it's side on wooden blocks? It's a 197? 70HP Johnson.

Yes, they belong on the back of your boat so you can go fishing!

 

[Scaaty]

Re: storing an outboard motor

No fluids in the motor so ya can store it upside down if ya want, but put fresh lube in the lower unit. Or drain it too. Leave a note on the motor if ya do.

Thing with storing a motor on its side is looks "wounded"

Ya can store a motorcycle drained on its side too, but it just don't look right!!

 

[WaterWitch2]

Re: storing an outboard motor

My Johnson 140 is taking me fishing. My johnson 70 is good extra motor off boat I parted. Dont know what to do with it yet.

 

[bassboy1]

Re: storing an outboard motor

My Johnson 140 is taking me fishing. My johnson 70 is good extra motor off boat I parted. Dont know what to do with it yet.

Sounds like somebody needs another boat. Trust me MBS (multiple boat syndrome) is the best disease I have ever gotten. It is (hopefully) about to get worse.

 

[deejaycee_2000]

Re: storing an outboard motor

I made that mistake once (storing a motor on it's side) mice made its way up into the engine and made their nest there to breed 1000's of little mice, I had to completely overhaul the motor and it never ran the same .....

 

[deejaycee_2000]

Re: storing an outboard motor

get yourself a good old lawnmower and build yourself a nice stand .... check here ........

 

[tashasdaddy]

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i'm in total agreement with bassboy1. MBS.

 

[studlymandingo]

Re: storing an outboard motor

get yourself a good old lawnmower and build yourself a nice stand .... check here ........

Don't know what that is called in S. Africa, but without question, here in the 'States that is referred to as "Redneck Engineering"!!!
LOL Looks like a good way to move the thing around.

 

[deejaycee_2000]

Re: storing an outboard motor

hahahahaha, hey I made a plan, and it works .... I can kart the motor around anywhere ......

 

[WaterWitch2]

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A rolling cart/stand would be nice to move it easily and it would take up less floor space. Found one for $200 from Garelick. Maybe i'll just modify an automotive engine stand. Guess I'll be checking out yard sales this weekend.

 

[deejaycee_2000]

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oh BTW ... check the trim setting on my motor ..... that is how the trim should be for an inflatable .......

 

[MrBigStuff]

Re: storing an outboard motor

The Owner's Manual for one of my small outboards specifically warns against certain orientations when transporting or storing it. It has an external, remote gas tank so it's not about the gasoline tank. There is a small amount of gasoline in the carb bowl and lines and I suppose some residual oil and water to contend with. I've violated those warnings a few times but for the most part, I try to adhere to their recommendations as much as possible since I don't know what considerations went into those recommendations.

 

[Scaaty]

Re: storing an outboard motor

The Owner's Manual for one of my small outboards specifically warns against certain orientations when transporting or storing it. It has an external, remote gas tank so it's not about the gasoline tank. There is a small amount of gasoline in the carb bowl and lines and I suppose some residual oil and water to contend with. I've violated those warnings a few times but for the most part, I try to adhere to their recommendations as much as possible since I don't know what considerations went into those recommendations.

4 strokes must be set on one side only. Unless ya drain the oil, then anyway ya want

 

[WaterWitch2]

Re: storing an outboard motor

I just got my factory service manual today and it says "motor must be stored in upright position".

 

[deejaycee_2000]

Re: storing an outboard motor

well there you have it ..... now my lawnmower idea is not so stupid anymore hey lol ........

 

[MrBigStuff]

Re: storing an outboard motor

4 strokes must be set on one side only. Unless ya drain the oil, then anyway ya want

It's a two stroke.

 

[Scaaty]

Re: storing an outboard motor

The Owner's Manual for one of my small outboards specifically warns against certain orientations when transporting or storing it. It has an external, remote gas tank so it's not about the gasoline tank. There is a small amount of gasoline in the carb bowl and lines and I suppose some residual oil and water to contend with. I've violated those warnings a few times but for the most part, I try to adhere to their recommendations as much as possible since I don't know what considerations went into those recommendations.

Thats lawyer speak for people that will pull a outboard, lay the thing in the back seat of the new Caddy, and sue the motor maker for ruining there new car. A motor drained can be stored anyway ya want. Look at this pic. I have 2 motors right now waiting on parts, and BOTH HAVE A 1/2 or better tank of gas in them yet. Both have internal tanks. Caps tight, vents closed, gas shut off...no problem for me..but do what ya must...