Counter Gearbox on 1995 Johnston 175 hp

[Waynep]

I have a 1995 Johnson 175 hp Ocean Runner with a counter-clockwise [left hand] gearbox and I was wondering if anyone knows how to convert it back to a standard clockwise [right hand] drive.
I think the conversion would only involve the gearbox or the shifter but am not sure.
Hope someone can help.

 

[trendsetter240]

Re: Counter Gearbox on 1995 Johnston 175 hp

The only difference that I'm aware of is in the gear box. The driveshaft spins the same direction in all models. It's not a standard gearbox being run in reverse.

You should be able to replace the lower leg with a standard rotation gearbox.

 

[jonesg]

Re: Counter Gearbox on 1995 Johnston 175 hp

Swap the gear boxes and its good to go,
that contra gear should fetch a premium,
there isn't too many of them floating around.
I have a contra 150hp.

 

[Waynep]

Re: Counter Gearbox on 1995 Johnston 175 hp

Thanks for your replies, I found an exploded view of both types of boxes and it appears that the prop shaft setup is different. Would be best to change Box.
Thanks again
Waynep