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    Starting Antique (1965) Johnson

    I recently aquired an LD 10 S 1965 5 HP Johnson (rope start) without any kind of operator manual. I need help with the optimum starting and operating procedure (throttle position, choke usage, mixture). I assume the mixture is set at high power but going leaner until it stutters, then go richer...
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    Help Identify Boat Manfacturer - old 14ft V-Hull Aluminum

    Recently purchased an old, possibly 1966, V-Hull 14 ft Alum boat that predates hull number requirements. State will issue a HIN so it can be registered but won't unless I can ID the manufacturerer. I can't find a hint of a mfg. logo. Boat has been previously registered but state has gotten...
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    Johnson TN26 5HP 1950/51

    I just found this antique engine and am not surprised to confirm that it doesn't run. Feels like it has good compression and turns over easily but lots of fuel leaks and haven't yet comfirmed spark. There is an existing excellent thread on rebuilding this engine with info on obtaining rare parts...
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