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    Asking for help with Johnson 1956 3hp decal

    I recently ordered a set of decals for a JW-12, a 1956 3hp Johnson. I was underwhelmed by the quality. I plan to recreate my own as I have done in the past. I do need some help confirming what one of the decals looks like. Its the "three" on the side of the lower shroud. I include a...
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    RPM drops on 2hp 1977 Evinrude

    The carb was just fully serviced and the water impeller replaced. Gas tank was cleaned and fuel line replaced. Filter was rinsed with solvent. It starts fine and after a bit of warm-up, I adjust the high-speed needle and the engine is running fine at top speed. Then, after only a few minutes...
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    1964 Johnson JW-19M Restoration project

    I just barely finished restoring a 1960 westbend (Firestone/Elgin) and I decide to take everything I learned from that project and buy another forgotten gem for a total tear down and rebuild. This engine has sat for 30 years in someone's basement. Why didn't someone stop me?
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    Firestone 2hp 10A130 restoration project

    Why didn't I buy a 1972 Johnson? I can still get carb kits for those. Instead, I picked up a 1960/61 2hp Firestone as a 20/21 winter restoration project. I plan to use this thread to post updates and hopeful chat with other small engine enthusiasts. Why did I buy it? There is practically no...
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