Hey guys,
I have a restored 1960 40hp Johnson. Last time I took the boat out I noticed that at idle, in neutral, the engine wanted to die but I would open the front(where you can access the pull rope) and the engine would liven right back up. What is causing this? And should I even worry about...
Hey guys,
Im currently running a 1960 40hp Johnson that has the old school pulley and rope steering. I want to upgrade to Teleflex steering. I was wondering if this is possible? If so, is there a particular steering system that I need to fit such an old motor? Thanks guys
Hey guys,
I recently wired an electric start on my 1960 40hp Johnson. I do a lot of stop and go fishing and I dont want to run into the problem of a dead battery out on the water. I was wondering if there was some type of recharging system like an alternator I can put in the engine? Also, would...
Hey Guys,
Im wondering if there would be any problems in mounting the starter solenoid under the cowling? My motor is a 1960 40hp Johnson Model RDS-22. There isn't a set spot for the solenoid but I'm wondering if I can use some free space under the cowling to mount the solenoid without...
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I'm currently in the process of rebuilding a 1960 40hp Johnson. I was wondering if the rich/lean switch controls the high speed or low speed needle? I would assume it would control the low speed since it has to do with starting the engine and warming up but the linkage is so long...
Ok so here's my problem :facepalm: I have a 1960 40 hp Johnson that I have just finished rebuilding. It has great compression (120psi on both cylinders). I replaced coils, condensers, points, plugs and plug wires. I put a new solenoid and replaced all connectors from the ignition switch to the...
