1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

[Coastal238]

Does anyone know where in Ocean or Monmouth County, NJ (or nearby) I can go to have my motor serviced or rebuilt. I am still undecided if I want to take on rebuilding the lower unit myself and would like to know where I can have this done professionally at a resonable cost. I would be looking at having the motor rebuilt after summer. <br /><br />I have seen some rebuilt lower units on eBay, is this the best way to go?<br /><br />Also, where in the area or web can I get the best deals on parts?<br /><br />Any help would be appreciated.

 

[ezeke]

Re: 1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

Have you looked here on Iboats? The prices, terms, and warranties are competitive.

 

[wilde1j]

Re: 1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

Why does it need rebuilding? Have you checked compression? If so, let us know the values.<br /><br />iboats, as ezeke points out, has a number of rebuild vendors for the LU, but again what's wrong with the existing one?

 

[rodbolt]

Re: 1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

try Ron at Rons marine in portsmouth VA. that is what they specailize in. he has all the machineshop in house and is a BRP dealer and was an OMC dealer since the 50's.<br /> one of the few dealers that stocks pistons,stators, and all sorts of other parts for the rebuilder.

 

[Steve135]

Re: 1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

Pete, Baywood Marine in Bricktown NJ 08723 But if your looking for a replacement lower unit here in NJ then i say go to Trixies Marina in Bayville RT 9 north you'll see signs for the Marina when you get to Bayville. They have a grave yard (1000) outboard fron the early 1900 to present. I have always been able to take my own parts off motors myself. But I have been going there for many years. But he will sell you what you need.<br /> steve

 

[Coastal238]

Re: 1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

I am not sure when its time to "officially" send her to be rebuilt. The lower unit is giving me problems in reverse, last summer I lost reverse, would just not engage. The marina adjusted the cable for me and it now slams in gear, no more room for adjustment on cable. I have been told to check the shaft adjustment, which I intend to look into. Does anyone know of a place in NJ I can bring it too?<br /><br />The powerhead smokes alot, mostly in the begining. I heard it might be due to the VRO leakage, I will look into this. Early last summer I checket the compressions, ranged between 105 and 120, which I have been told is time to rebuild her. What is the number, 10 psi or 10% difference? I was thinking one more summer because it ran so good last year. I used a synthetic blend penzoil, should I be using something else?<br /><br />All suggestions appreciated.

 

[Coastal238]

Re: 1994 Johnson 225 Ocean Runner - Ocean/Monmouth NJ

stinky2/Steve:<br />Does Baywood Marine in Bricktown specialize in Johnson rebuilds? I know where where they are because I tried to get a slip there last year. Who should I ask for?<br /><br />I dont need a replacement, just some work on the lower unit this year and power head rebuild next. Does Trixies Marina in Bayville have rebuilt stuff? Anyone else in NJ do Johnsons?<br /><br />Thanks for the info...