1976 15 hp johnson tune up

[aburke120]

I bought a 76 johnson 15hp outboard last fall, 15R76A, had a heck of a time starting it but it did start. I didn't do anything more to it but now I want to use it and would like it to start easier. Where do I start on a tune up? Thanks. I don't have a manual with it.

 

[CatfishMN]

Re: 1976 15 hp johnson tune up

Do you know how long it sat before you got it? Look in the 'Top Secret Files' under 'Awakening a sleeping outboard'. At the very least you should clean the carb, replace the impeller/pump housing, inspect fuel lines, compression test it, and do a spark test. You'll know more after that.

 

[aburke120]

Re: 1976 15 hp johnson tune up

The guy I bought it from said he used it in canada once a year, and from the condition of it I had to believe him because it is in excellent condition on the outside and under the hood. I will checkout the 'Top Secret Files'. thanks

 

[kbait]

Re: 1976 15 hp johnson tune up

Go here: http://www.sschapterpsa.com/ramblings/Ramblings.html

then outboard related articles/9.9-15hp. TONS of info!

Good luck!

 

[aburke120]

Re: 1976 15 hp johnson tune up

Lots of good reading on both links. thanks

kbait, your sig mentions your woe's of being a vikings fan, try living with the lions for 50 years