year of johnson 50 hp

spanky

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I just acquired a Johnson super seahorse 50 hp. the model # is v45-11 and the serial # is 1905938. The motor was stored in 1981. Could someone help me with the year and possible value of this heirloom (or white elephant) Thanks, Spanky
 

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Re: year of johnson 50 hp

I only deal with "older" 'rudes and Johnsons but I believe 1958 and 1959 were the only years for the V-4 "fifty horse", in 1960 they made it a 75 horsepower. Rare White Elephant Perhaps :rolleyes:
 

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Re: year of johnson 50 hp

The mounting area says 50 and the side walls on the cover say 50, but the "door" to the pull line says 75-I assumed the "door" was a replacement. I know nothing about outboards-would you have an idea on the value of this fine machine:) Spank
 

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Re: year of johnson 50 hp

I'm sorry for late reply, bear, yes it is an s not a 5. Spank
 
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