2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

[martyscher]

I am looking at a closeout package of a 2001 Lowe 165 angler with a 2001 40 HP Johnson.<br /><br />Search has indicated that this motor was mfg around the OMC to Bombardier transfer (bankruptcy quality, etc.), but not much else on this particular model.<br /><br />Is this a good motor? They are pricing it at $4k.<br /><br />Also, would this motor be adequate for a 16.5 ft aluminum boat. the boat is rated to 70hp, but this is a package deal (lots of other stuff included too).<br /><br />Any input is welcome.

 

[JB]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

Hi, Marty. Happy Easter!<br /><br />Is that $4K for the package or just the engine?<br /><br />Does the package include a trailer?<br /><br />You can check iBoats (see above) and other sites for price comparisons. $4K sounds a bit high for a leftover engine alone, but nice for a package.<br /><br />Red sky at night. . .<br />JB

 

[martyscher]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

Happy Easter to you too J.B.<br /><br />This is my first boat, so I'm trying to get the most for the money. <br /><br />The total package is $10,155 and includes (all new):<br /><br />2001 angler 165S -full gauges<br />2001 Johnson 40HP 2 stroke<br />2001 Yacht club single trailer<br />2001 Minnkota 50# Troller<br />Bimini top<br />mooring cover<br />spare tire and mount<br />Humminbird FF<br />Troller battery<br />charge battery<br />trailer load guides<br />anchor, paddle, fire ext.,9 gal fuel tank, throw cusion, 4 life jackets,<br />extra Lowe pedestal seat.<br /><br />Seems like a deal, and I will be buying locally, but my biggest concern is the motor reliability and how it can move the boat with up to 4 people on board.<br /><br />I am also pricing models from Cabelas, which are newer models with 50HP Mercs classics, but I will still have to get the add-ons, plus the dealer is 250mi away.<br /><br />Anyone?

 

[Lark40]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

Those Johnson two-strokes have been around a long time and are well-regarded for their simplicity and value. Don't think that you could make a mistake by buying one at a competitive price.<br /><br />Think most of the late OMC complaints were with the bigger Fitch engines.

 

[DANI]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

Go for it.I got a 2000 Lowe Bass Striker with 50 HP Johnson NO problems so far, and 10k sounds great.Good luck.

 

[clanton]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

Have dealer remove starter to insure the starter is not rubbing the VRO pulse hose. You grind a notch in the starter end cap.

 

[martyscher]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

Thanks for the info Clanton.<br /><br />Is there anything else to keep an eye on to ensure this motor holds up?<br /><br />The wheels are in motion to get this boat/motor.

 

[cindytim]

Re: 2001 Johnson 40 HP - Ok motor?

i got a 40 HP from 1960 that has been running strong,,,just now replacing wires, etc,, go for it!!!!!!!!!