Outboard Questions

[thornbackflound]

So if all is well with this engine,then that will be brill,but what could be the problems,being realistic if the engine has been laid up for a couple of years and not been run.

Damaged ,seized,seals dried ,gaskets dried up? scary don t wanna throw bad after good money THAT IS IF IT IS, got to prepare for the worseany thoughts?

[Nos4r2]

You'll probably need new spark plugs, a new impeller and gear oil plus a good grease up. I wouldn't worry about it too much. If it's mechanically ok, it'll just be basic service items.

[thornbackflound]

Originally Posted by Nos4r2

You'll probably need new spark plugs, a new impeller and gear oil plus a good grease up. I wouldn't worry about it too much. If it's mechanically ok, it'll just be basic service items.

Thats exactly what i want to hear mate,many thanks Nos,I will keep you posted on the progress,Shane

[Peter_C]

My boat and motor had been laid up for years. I cleaned the air box, changed the lower units oil and seals, changed the impeller, and the spark plugs were left in...for a while. Still runs like a champ except it ate an ignition box (In credit to the motor it did get us back to the dock).

[9D280]

Assuming it turns OK and was running when it was laid up I'm with Nos on this one.

Got a 1972 Johnsorude that has fired up second pull on old fuel after lying for three years in a damp garage.

[Portholme]

likewise 1977 twin cyl 4hp Johnson bought on ebay for £122. Unused two years and ran second pull. Stripped the carb and used fresh fuel and it runs even better!!!!

[thornbackflound]

Many thanks gents i do feel more confidant now buying it if its a runner after reading your experiences,and will still be saving to get a modern day engine, that if needed parts can be sourced