1984 johnson 6 hp info needed

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ronboonville

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Can anyone tell the good and bad about these motors? I am going to go look at it in the morning. supposed to have a new pump and a good title. Do they have a shift? what is the mix ratio? are they reliable? for me it would be a late model motor considering what other stuff I have. Please advise.
thanks ron
 
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Re: 1984 johnson 6 hp info needed

I have a '84 Johnson 8 hp and find it a great outboard. They do have a side shift (F/N/R). Oil mixture is 50:1. Mine is very reliable but each motor will be unique due to previous care and service. Generally they are good, reliable outboards but any purchase of a used outboard will have its risks. I usually replace the impeller on any new purchased used o/b. I've found more often than not I have to replace the power packs on OMC outboards in the '78 - '99 era (I've haven't purchased any o/b's of this century yet!) with a few months of purchase. Be sure to change the lower unit lube before you put it on the water.
 
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Re: 1984 johnson 6 hp info needed

The Johnny 6HPs were great outboards if well cared for. If not well cared for they can be restored easy and relatively cheap. I actually prefer those of the 60s to the 90s because of the bulletproof magnetos.
 
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ronboonville

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Re: 1984 johnson 6 hp info needed

Thanks for the tips VB and JB. think I'll spend my money on that new battery for now and get Gale Sea King finished.
 
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