1966 Johnson Sea horse

[Kcin]

Does anyone know of an update kit you can put on a 1966 60hp V-4 Johnson Sea Horse motor that will reduce the amount of fuel that is burned? <br />I heard of it but i cannot find anything about it! Engine mode VXL-12R

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: 1966 Johnson Sea horse

Kcin..... In years past, one could obtain adjustable high speed jets to replace the fixed jets. Very unlikely those adjustable jets are still available.<br /><br />Any attempt to downsize the fixed jets will result in a lean running engine which will, at a minimum, cause piston failure.<br /><br />Bottom line, answer to your question, sorry to say but there's no way to safely do what you're asking.

 

[Kcin]

Re: 1966 Johnson Sea horse

Thanks for the info, but is there anyplace i can ask to see if they are available? Might just get lucky, i hope, because see drinks lots of fuel!

 

[steelespike]

Re: 1966 Johnson Sea horse

Kcin, you missed the point if you reduce fuel you wont eat as much but you will eat more pistons.<br /> I think the best option is to trade up to a newer motor at least mid 80s It will be lighter and the power will be rated at the prop.Id bet a 50 would preform almost as well as your old 60<br /> and get twice the milage.

 

[Kcin]

Re: 1966 Johnson Sea horse

Hi Spike, <br />would it be possible to go to a newer motor and still keep the cable steer? and what size would be good?<br /><br />Thanks