year? (johnson)

cblguy4u

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Howdy, my buddy just gave me a old trolling motor. <br />model#qd-16<br />ser#1238157<br />Does anyone know the year of this motor? And if it is a good motor?<br /><br /> Thanks for your time.
 

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Re: year? (johnson)

1955 10 hp.Good engine if its been maintained.<br /><br />Sounds like the price was right. :)
 

cblguy4u

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Re: year? (johnson)

Another question. Does anyone know the specs for this motor? Thanks alot for your time.
 

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Re: year? (johnson)

Here's a couple of tidbits.Use Champion sparkplugs J6C gapped at .030".Fuel mix ratio is 24:1 using TCW3 two cycle oil and 87 octane gasoline.You can find out all of the technical specifics by getting an engine specific manual.Good luck and enjoy your new toy.
 
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