1963 18 hp Johnson Sea Horse

[dahulsey03]

I have a 1963 18 hp Johnson. Is the water supposed to pee out of the side of the engine like most newer outboards or does the water come out of the exhaust. I took it out and ran it for about 30 minutes pretty hard and it ran great. The water was coming out of the exhaust. Also, I have read some places that the fuel mixture was supposed to be 24:1 and 50:1. Which mixture should I be running?

 

[freddyray21]

Re: 1963 18 hp Johnson Sea Horse

24:1 and water comes out with the exhaust. As long as it is you are fine.

 

[samo_ott]

Re: 1963 18 hp Johnson Sea Horse

If you don't know the age/history of the impeller changing it would be a good thing.

And if think it's running hot then feel the head after a good run. You should be able to touch it easily for a few seconds. And water should not sizzle on it when splashed on it.

 

[dahulsey03]

Re: 1963 18 hp Johnson Sea Horse

The impeller was recently replaced. I would also like to put an electric start on this motor, any chance to find a good used starter and solenoid for a reasonable price? Thanks for all the info!!!

 

[samo_ott]

Re: 1963 18 hp Johnson Sea Horse

There around but rare. You'll have to scour websites. You could also try some of these places as they sell used parts at some:

sea-way. Com
outboard-parts. Com
marinepartsoutlet. Com
laingsoutboards. Com
tcoutboard. Com
fairwindsmarina. com
salvagemarine. com