1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

[dmcneill3]

What kind of maintenance do you do to this motor. Is there gearcase oil that you need to add if so where?
The engine does not need oil because it is in the gas mixture correct?

 

[bernd64]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

you change the gear oil ones a year it is 90w marine gear lube plugs ones a year and dont let the gas sit in the carbs for to long

 

[dmcneill3]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

Thanks

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

Read up in the "Top Secret Files" for general maintenance.
Water pump impeller is a major maintenance item as well.

 

[dmcneill3]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

Top Secret Files????

 

[Daviet]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

At the top of the home page of the forum.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

An OEM manual would be a great asset as well.

 

[dmcneill3]

Re: 1976 Johnson 85HP 85EL76G

Thanks I ordered a manual and just got it today