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Old 09-27-2016, 07:27 AM   #34
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Originally Posted by FF View Post
"Back in the day... One of the best and most fuel efficient Johnsons I had was 1964 model on 1962 13'3" Boston Whaler. Great engine!"

Which could have its carb cleaned with no parts required , and repaired anywhere in the world.

EFI is great , but it requires a dealer to fix.
Our current "Loop Charged" 1975 50 hp. Johnson o/b is very similar to the 1964 40 horse I mentioned a few posts previously (and is quoted in post above) ... in that... we use it at will with no big problems. So far. while nearing a decade of play time, it's needed a new seal for low end fluid, new starter, semi annual low end fluid change, new spark plugs, and a new impeller about every three years. Not too shabby for a now 41 year old o/b that powers our tow behind [1975] Crestliner runabout at 3300 +/- rpm doing 25 knots on (often multiple) cruises of fifty or more miles each, nearly every time we're out and about on our 1977 Tolly.

"Old School" builds and mechanical items are also "Good School" builds/items if correctly chosen for sturdy initial manufacturing-build-out, good prior-owner maintenance, strong remaining condition... and then of course... good continued care with thoughtful usage parameters. Using only in freshwater is also great for o/b longevity.

Fred's correct! - "... carb cleaned with no parts required , and repaired anywhere in the world.

EFI is great , but it requires a dealer to fix.
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