Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

[wamou]

Hi everybody, I just bought myself a working '63 Johnson 10hp with a bunch of parts. The guy who sold me that told the bunch of pieces is in fact another motor he bought to repair the first one. So I have one that works, and want the other one to work too !

I need to find some pieces to complete the motor and the Handboog or a technical book about this motor.

I would like to have it with new paint and sticker so my question is hoe to remove the paint on parts ?

Thank you for your help !

 

[ludewig]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Hi! I would recommend you to read the Top Secret file which is on top of the Johnson/Evinrude forum. It helped me a lot. In case you dont get what i mean: Top Secret File
In there is also something about service manuals for Johnson/Evinrude Outboards until '63: Johnson - Classic Boat Library

Regarding the paint i would go with either sanding it down by hand or using pickling solution. But the best and easiest way in my opinion would be to get them sandblasted somewhere. Except for the hood, which might be out of glass fiber material. Here it's the sanding by hand again.

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Thx Ludewig !

So there is no problem to put motor parts in pickling solution ?

I am going to read the top secret file

 

[ludewig]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

I'm not an expert for this kind of stuff, just my 2 cents
But if using pickling solution, i would just brush it on the painted surfaces and keep it away from bushings etc. And i would only use it on disassembled parts. I would also recommend not to go to the hardware store, at least in Germany, because the paint stripper you get there does not work at all. Maybe asking a carpenter or searching the internet will lead you to a good paint stripper brand in your area. Are you planning to repaint the whole outboard or just a few parts?

 

[HighTrim]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

I have tried just about every way possible, and all I do now is soda/bead blast my parts. Hand sanding is extremely time consuming, and doesnt get to all the hard to reach nooks and crannies. Strippers are hazardous.

Depends on the quality of the job you want as well. If you just want to freshen it up, degrease it well, then scuff it up and paint. Always start with a self etching primer or the whole job will be lost. It is critical on the aluminum parts.

Cleanliness is next to godliness as they say. Clean it well before painting. Any oil/grime will most definately show. Take your time and have fun.

Here is one site for paint decals

Antique and Classic Outboard Motor Paint & Decals

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Thanks you guys !
I am at the beginning presently, but I would like to do some good job. So yes I will paint the whole outboard. So I will disassemble everything. I will post some pics soon to show you what's the starting point. :facepalm:
The only thing I will try to do is keeping the most parts I can or buy it on second hand market because I saw some expensive prices on marineengine.com...

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

There is some pics of my bunch of parts :lol:

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP



As you can see here this one need to be changed.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Post wanted ads at aomci.org in the webvertize and local members will help you out. If you need advice on obtaining certain things, or tips to do it economically, please ask.

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Just a question do the QD-24 work with a regular boat tank ? I saw it need a pressurized tank...

 

[HighTrim]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

No you have a fuel pump and will use a single line tank

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Hi everybody, I finally found all missing parts! These should be arrive in few days.
As I never do that before I would like to know how to clean all parts one disassembled?
I plan to buy all gaskets, do I have anything to buy as potentially damaged parts?

PS: I am very happy with my working 63' Johnson 10HP!

 

[ludewig]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

To clean it, use brake cleaner for rough dirt and when everything is clean, before painting, wipe it down with acetone or silicone remover. Have you decided on a method to remove the paint yet?

The standard part you want to replace is the water pump impeller What you also want to look at is the ignition coils, points & condensers under the flywheel. If the coils look cracked, replace 'em. Also, replacing the float needle valve in the carburetor would be good.

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Thank you Ludewig !

I do not have decided on a method yet... For the moment I will disassemble everything, make myself sure nothing is missing and then I will decide...

The good thing is everything I saw for the moment look in good shape.

Indeed the coils are cracked ! It is the part I'm afraid, I never tuned an ignition system.

 

[nwcove]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

no need to be afraid of the ignition system on your motor, its very basic. there is lots of good info in the top secret file, and many members here that can help you along with the job.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Unless you enjoy hand sanding for hours ( I do not) or enjoy using chemicals (I do not) just have them soda or bead blasted. It will be taken right down to the aluminum. Then use a self etching primer and you are ready for paint.

You have quite the project ahead of you for your first one! Be sure to post lots of pics and ask along the way.We enjoy it.

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Thank you all !
Just a clarification concerning "soda or bead blasted", I am sorry but I am not sure to well understand this (I am not native English spoken). Could you just explain this ?

Thank you.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

It is like sand blasting, but sand is too harsh for the aluminum parts. Baking soda, or fine glass beads works better.

 

[kfa4303]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

HI Wamou. Net old motor you have there. Here are some links that may be of use to you.

Johnson
1963 Johnson QD-24 10 hp Outboard Motor Parts
Converting the Old OMC Dual Fuel

 

[wamou]

Re: Restoring a '63 Johnson 10HP

Thank you for explanation HighTrim ! I guess I can not do it by myself, so I have to see the costs.

kfa4303 : I already did read all these links ! Thank you !