1995 Johnson 50 HP-2 stroke

[jackrabbit]

I am new to boating and purchased a used Pontoon (20 foot) boat about a year and a half ago. I had a "knocking" sound in the engine and had someone look at it. He said when he broke the motor down that all these metal shavings came falling out . He told me the gears went out and the gear case is locking up down where the prop is and it would cost about $2100 to repair (not including the labor, which he says would not be alot). Is this a fair price for this kind of work? Also, does anybody have an expert opinion about Johnson motors? I know they have been sold, but I was just wondering if they are reputable. And how can I find out the real age of the motor if all I have is the serial number? Thanks for the advice! jyevans61@hotmail.com

 

[wippb]

Re: 1995 Johnson 50 HP-2 stroke

Jackrabbit <br />Welcome to Iboats and to the wonderful world of boating.<br />On your transom bracket there should be a plate riveted to it with a number "J50****". This is the model number. Post it back and someone will get you the proper year. <br />As far as your lower unit costs, I lost one on my previous boat. Repair tag $2G's. Look at the top of the iboats in the boat motors tab Click Me . They have some lower units listed there.<br /><br />Good Luck

 

[omctech]

Re: 1995 Johnson 50 HP-2 stroke

jackrabbit,<br /> You should be able to find a good used lower unit online for about $900. $2100 is screwing you totally!!! I'll keep my eyes open, and may be able to get you one even cheaper.

 

[omctech]

Re: 1995 Johnson 50 HP-2 stroke

And the knocking sound you heard was most likely the clutch dog. About a $250 fix.