Newb Idiot question

[Myjohnsonsbroke]

hey guys first post here, I've got a 94 sprint with a johnson outboard. I'm trying to take off the lower unit. Ive taken out the 5 bolts but its got some resistance still. Am I supposed to take out any of the screws as well? I know I should not be jacking with stuff I don't know about but I'm going to anyway. I'm just trying to check the water pump as I was told it should be changed every couple of years. Any help on this? Also, what else should I do to the boat to make sure its lake ready as I'm not sure about the maintnance history. Thanks!

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Newb Idiot question

We'll assume the motor is about the same age as the boat. There are the 4 bolts on the side, the large center bolt and one under the trim tab. You'll also have to disconnect the shift.

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: Newb Idiot question

What kind of Johnson motor? There are hundreds.....
Please post the model number....

and welcome to iBoats!

 

[Myjohnsonsbroke]

Re: Newb Idiot question

model no: J48eslerd

I have not disconnected any shift rod or anything other than taken out 5 bolts? how which screw or bolt disconnects the shift rod? and thanks for the welcome!

 

[jonesg]

Re: Newb Idiot question

what else should I do to the boat to make sure its lake ready as I'm not sure about the maintnance history. Thanks!
!

Doh! put the plug in.

Clean the tank out,
get new fuel line and bulb.

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: Newb Idiot question

1994 48 HP then.
I think the shift rod is disconnected under the bottom carb.

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Newb Idiot question

You might try to get a manual or there will be more "Newb Idiot question ...s"