JOHNSON 5.5 IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

[m gosey]

I HAVE A 1960 CD17 5.5 HP I NEED TO REPLACE IMPELLER HOW DO I REMOVE THE DRIVE SHAFT SO I CAN INSTALL THE NEW IMPELLER?? ALSO, PHONE # OF REPUTABLE JOH NSON PARTS PERSON WHO COULD MAIL ME PARTS THANX IN ADVANCE

 

[achris]

Re: JOHNSON 5.5 IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

Edited......

 

[JB]

Re: JOHNSON 5.5 IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

Moving to Johnson Troubles

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: JOHNSON 5.5 IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

Hi there mgosey.<br /><br />On your engine you must remove the powerhead (engine) before you can disconnect the shift linkage, as it is directly beneath the power head. Carefully note the position of the lower crankcase seal components on the driveshaft after you remove it.<br />I strongly recommend you get a repair manual before tackling this job. They are worth their weight in gold. You can get one from this site, your local library, or get a reprint of the original factory repair manual from one of the following places:<br />TheOutboardWizard<br />Mastertech<br />Marine Engine<br />Ken Cook <br />You can get the parts to do this from Iboats or NAPA autoparts (if you're in the 'States). Here are the partnumbers:<br />Water pump repair kit 18-3202 (includes new wear plate and impeller)<br />5.5hp base gasket 18-2901<br />Also, you can get the equivelant OEM parts from your local Johnny/Rude dealer. If he's unresponsive try Mastertech. <br />Good luck!

 

[m gosey]

Re: JOHNSON 5.5 IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

thanx a bunch i took your advice and disassembled everything. the 4 screws that hold the impeller housing to the gearcase are seized and i can't get them out !!! i broke one of trying and i stripped the slot in 2 of the others any suggestions on how to get them out or do i need a whole new upper gearcase???? if so where do i mail oreder one from???? thanx again in advance

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: JOHNSON 5.5 IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

Dealing with stuck and broken fasteners is part of working on an outboard. Heat from a propane torch, impact screwdrivers, penetrating oil, and above all - patience - is the way to get them out. If you have acess to a welder, you can weld a new nut to the top of the broken stud. The heat from the welding will surely break the fastener loose. <br />If not, and the fastener is broken off flush with the surface, drill out precisely the centre of the screw. Then work your way up in drill sizes until all that's left in the screwhole is the thread. If you're lucky and accurate, the old thread will come out like a spring. If that doesn't work, obtain and install a helicoil.<br />Good luck!