model number 55875S johnson or evinrude?

[adski]

i have a johnson 55 outboard with model number 55875S

I have been told that this is actually an evirude outboard,i guess someone has fitted a johnson cover or decals.

would like conformation of the actual make.

your help is much appreciated

 

[joshondabayou]

Re: model number 55875S johnson or evinrude?

I believe thats a 1978 55hp Evinrude

 

[adski]

Re: model number 55875S johnson or evinrude?

thanks for your help,that gets me a step closer