JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

[Nickman1]

I just inherited a Johnson 9.5 hp Model Number MQ-14D / serial # J2918658. Anyone know what year it is ? <br />It hasn't been touched in 5-6 years but looks well cared for / greased and clean inside. Any advice before I pull the cord.....Thanks in advance!

 

[JB]

Re: JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

Ahoy, Nickman. your engine is a '69.<br /><br />You should replace the water pump impeller. They don't survive storage well.<br /><br />Then fire her up!<br /><br />Red sky at night. . .<br />JB

 

[Peter O]

Re: JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

with all respect J.B. my info says it's a '68

 

[JB]

Re: JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

Well, My book says a MQ-10 was a 64. I just counted from there and somehow came up with '69. Upon recount, I agree that it is a '68.<br /><br />Red sky at night. . .<br />JB

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

Fresh fuel mixed to the proper ratio, and if it were me I'd drop the carb bowl and check for gunk/flakes of crud before starting 'er up. Good luck!

 

[Nickman1]

Re: JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

Thanks Everyone for your reply(s).

 

[Ross J]

Re: JOHNSON 9.5 / year ? what to do now ?

MQ14D is 1968 for sure