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While replacing the water pump on a Johnson 140 hp outboard (sorry....year unknown....questimate mid '80's) I noticed that the input shaft where it goes into the gearbox is quite loose. Is this normal? I assume the bearings (and thus the gears) are excessively worn?? If you put a dial indicator...
I realize you guys can't see it over the computer but could somebody take a guess and tell me what is this VERY gummy, non-drying sealant somebody used on my outboard. And more importantly, what cleans it off? Stoddard solvent did not touch it and neither did 2+2 carb cleaner. I don't have a lot...
How hard is it to replace the trim motor on a Johnson 140 hp V4? Is it as easy as unbolting the old motor and install the new motor? Or does the job get ugly with the hydraulic fluid? Thanks.
Dave
I'm new here and have a few questions but will keep the first question simple..... Where do I find the model and serial number on a Johnson 140 hp V4? I'm guessing it's from the '80's. It has VRO injection. Thanks.
Dave
