Fixing an old Johnson 50 hp Outboard I got at Auction! Will it run?

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2022
  • I recently picked up several outboards from auction. The condition of this old Johnson is unknown. I believe it is a 1991 with a 1998 replacement powerhead. This is Part 1 as I attempt to bring this motor back to life.
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Komentáře • 23

  • @Comraduk
    @Comraduk Před rokem +3

    Nice outboard. Same as mine. That red flag on the primer, once turned to 90 degrees allows for manual shoking, if you use the rope start when your battery is flat. Also check out handbook for carburator synchronization. It is not too complicated but provides for an even power delivery and smooth idling. Upper spark plug looked too clean for a two stroke... a sure sign of water getting in to the cylinder (blown head gasket possible) - so just keep an eye out for that. Regards!

  • @Woxzyy
    @Woxzyy Před 2 lety +1

    loving these videos, keep killing it

  • @jegsdinogod5091
    @jegsdinogod5091 Před 11 měsíci

    Came across an old 20 hp johnson. So this is informative

  • @alg335
    @alg335 Před 2 lety

    Nice pickup from the auction!

  • @gearheadgregwi
    @gearheadgregwi Před 2 lety

    Dumping my 22" with Mercruiser and downsizing. Researching outboards. Your vids are awesome.

  • @reubenadams3167
    @reubenadams3167 Před 8 měsíci

    Cheers for the run down on that engine m8 gd stuff

  • @chriseisele9969
    @chriseisele9969 Před 2 lety

    Great job on it

  • @harveynewman4333
    @harveynewman4333 Před 2 lety

    good,show. you do good work. i,also do outboard motor repairs

  • @unsaltedlife5998
    @unsaltedlife5998 Před 2 lety +1

    Very nice 👍

  • @chiefoutdoors
    @chiefoutdoors Před rokem

    i lost my tilt on an evinrude e50tlcec and tried to use manual release but still cant lift the engine up.

  • @BradM766
    @BradM766 Před 8 měsíci

    What compression range is it supposed to be?
    I just picked up a 1984 Johnson 50hp today.

  • @FactFinderer
    @FactFinderer Před rokem +2

    I wish that you didn't speed through the carburetor disassembly, cleaning, and assembly so fast!!! I couldn't see anything.. LOL My fishing buddy is having trouble with his Johnson 50hp Outboard J50BELCCS. He made the mistake of storing his boat over-the-winter, without draining the fuel. On first startup, it took forever... then it kept dying (while idling) without upping the throttle about 1/3rd; for most of the day... It would die every time he tried to put it in gear. I asked him if he had removed the carburetors and cleaned the idle and main jets, and he said no. Right now, I'm researching to learn how to fix his cabs. He says his outboard is either a 1997 or 89. I wonder if he too has a replacement engine, because it looks to be in excellent condition.

    • @ct1762
      @ct1762 Před 5 měsíci

      great way to seize or trash a piston. as soon as i notice anything out of the ordinary, im limping back to the dock. extremely easy to clean these carbs and install new needles. your friends 1988 also need a new t stat and poppet valve grommets!

  • @ct1762
    @ct1762 Před 5 měsíci

    90% of these, including yours, are missing the outer sleeve on the cam and spark advance rollers. extremely important! you cant do a proper synch n link without them. cam roller CANNOT be touching throttle cam at idle.

  • @storyoc
    @storyoc Před 2 lety

    the thermostat housing looks to bee 1989 to 1992-it changes in 1995 for sure as i have one and many 89-92 s--havent watched all video yet but 89-92 has a smaller diameter driveshaft than 1993 and later-just saying

    • @storyoc
      @storyoc Před 2 lety

      one more thing-89-92 the power pack is under the flywheel-1995 and up the pack is under the tilt and trim relays and there is no cover

    • @harveynewman4333
      @harveynewman4333 Před 2 lety

      1989 thru 1992,used a 14 spline drive shaft. 1993 and up used a 17,spline,drive shaft.

    • @MakeItBetter1
      @MakeItBetter1  Před 2 lety

      That is good to know. I'll be pulling the lower unit shortly, so I'll see what I have.

    • @storyoc
      @storyoc Před 2 lety

      @@harveynewman4333 hey i got a 1995 johnson 50hp that has the smaller driveshaft-i kinda think somebody stuck a 89-92 crank into and installed the older style gearcase-weird-the powerhead has outside power pack and the thermostat is way diff than the 89-92-thats what caught my eye when i watched this video

    • @harveynewman4333
      @harveynewman4333 Před 2 lety

      @@storyoc i have seen that as well. it also may have a different head on it for the thermostat