Time for new outboard

[The Rez]

Hello folks i,m new to this site but i have gotten lots of input. I just junked the idea of rebuilding my mercury 850 and I am looking for information on Johnson 40hp motors it's older unit. This is going on a Thunderbird Shawnee any advice will help.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Time for new outboard

Look for a 1978 or newer for best parts support.

 

[geoffwga1]

Re: Time for new outboard

Plenty of parts available for models older than '78,with the added advantage of much simpler electrics.A good one from 69 on with a little work and routine maintenance will last you another 20 years.
Geoffwga1

 

[The Rez]

Re: Time for new outboard

How hard is it to convert a short shaft to a long shaft on a johnson 40

 

[boobie]

Re: Time for new outboard

Depends on the year.

 

[Chris1956]

Re: Time for new outboard

Is that little two cylinder going to be up to the task of pushing that Tbird? You sure you want to half the power? How about a nice 3 cylinder 70, or something?

 

[The Rez]

Re: Time for new outboard

I have a shorts shaft at camp thought it might work a 70 would be great. had an 85 merc was going to put it on but needs to much parting out!
johnsonand evinrude motors have been good to us. i should stick with ones i trust in.