Leaking Head Question

[Ikeasaurus Rex]

I have a 1970 Johnson Outboard. It's in great condition but there is a small leak in the head. It looks like maybe the gasket dried out from years of sitting around. Is there a way to replace it or is it just finding the right torque?

 

[Goodoleboy]

Re: Leaking Head Question

I would replace the head gasket, they are pretty cheap. If it has been sitting for years I would also change the empeler in water pump.<br /><br />Your frindley neighbor hood Johnson dealer will have parts.<br /><br />Good luck!

 

[Ikeasaurus Rex]

Re: Leaking Head Question

Thanks Lee, Im new to this forum, I am actually new to the outboard world, I have also read that the recommended mixture is 50:1, do you think this would be ok? Do I need to add lead?

 

[Goodoleboy]

Re: Leaking Head Question

Yeper....50:1 mix.<br /><br />Use 1 pint of TWC..3 two cycle oil to 6 gallons of 87 octane gas. No theirs no need to add lead.<br /><br />That adding lead bussines is for old car engines or old tractors and trucks. Because of soft valve seats <br /><br />AS you know 2 cycles dont have valves. Just intake and exaust ports in the bottom of cylinders.<br /><br />Good Luck!.... Neighbor!