1958 Johnson 5.5hp rebuild question

[gmarshall43]

The power head on my 1958 5.5hp Johnson has froze up, cylinder damage. Can I replace it with a power head from a 1958 10hp Johnson or will the lower unit not support it?<br /><br />Thanks

 

[steelespike]

Re: 1958 Johnson 5.5hp rebuild question

My guess is not even close.Just based on the cubic inches 8.84 to 16.60.Even the shift linkage is different.0

 

[Chinewalker]

Re: 1958 Johnson 5.5hp rebuild question

No, the powerheads will not interchange. You'd need a powerhead from a 1956 to 1958 5.5 hp. A 1954 or 1955 powerhead may work with some modifications. A 1959 or later uses a different cylinder head and your cowling will no longer fit...<br />- Scott