Another engne id question

[winfordr]

Can you please help me determine the year of a Johnson 25 Seahorse with serial number 387659 (stamped on the cover over the flywheel). There are no other visible markings on the engine. Thanks for your help!

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Another engne id question

look between transom clamps for a plate 1" x 2" model # should be there.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: Another engne id question

Welcome to iboats.

You will need to locate a model number preferrably, Im assuming the stern bracket tag is removed?



Look at the top rear of the motor for the welch plug, it is about the size of a quarter and will contain the model number.

 

[winfordr]

Re: Another engne id question

Thanks much. I will look for the model again tomorrow. This belongs to my brother who brought me the whole rig to bring up to par. I do a lot of odd repair jobs, but boats and outboards are new to me.
Winford

 

[wbeaton]

Re: Another engne id question

Please post both model and serial number. The serial number you posted is circa 1940. The 25 hp didn't come on the scene until 1951, which at its earliest would be s/n 869,940 - 920,479. However, if your s/n is actually 887,659 and not 387,659 then you would have a 1951.

Photos or a physical description including colour and cowl style always help.

 

[winfordr]

Re: Another engne id question

I found the lable, which had been painted over.
Model 25702S, serial E0002559.
Now I am really confused, the label says Evinrude. Here are links to pictures:
http://www.ristertech.com/boats/dscn0231.jpg
http://www.ristertech.com/boats/dscn0232.jpg
http://www.ristertech.com/boats/dscn0233.jpg
http://www.ristertech.com/boats/dscn0234.jpg

Again, thanks for the time and help!
Winford

 

[jameskb2]

Re: Another engne id question

1977 25 HP Evinrude

Evnirude and Johnson are the "same" engines, OMC made them. Different badges, covers ect...but for the most part, they are the same.

That's why the Johnson cover fits on it. It could STILL be a Johnson, if someone swapped out the transom bracket, but it doesn't happen too often.

The engine will have a welch plug on it, it's a silver aluminum, round convex or flat plug about the size of a quarter. Your's is probably painted. The engine ID should match the tag you found on the transom bracket. The numbers are stamped into the welch plug.

 

[wbeaton]

Re: Another engne id question

I found the lable, which had been painted over.
Model 25702S, serial E0002559.

LOL - that wasn't even close to the first number you posted!

 

[Bolt99]

Re: Another engne id question

This is a effort to I D an engine of my own instead of a reply to this question. Johnson 9.9, Model #10E75C. Any ideas?

 

[wbeaton]

Re: Another engne id question

1975 Johnson 9.9 hp. Next time start your own thread. You will get more responses.

 

[Bolt99]

Re: Another engne id question

I apologize for the inappropriate technique, I'm a newby to posting. But with your kind and gentle support I feel I will never return to this site again. Thanks for understanding.

 

[wbeaton]

Re: Another engne id question

I'm sorry you misinterpreted my tone. I was only trying to help. Fortunately, I won't have to worry about upsetting you again.

 

[CATransplant]

Re: Another engne id question

I apologize for the inappropriate technique, I'm a newby to posting. But with your kind and gentle support I feel I will never return to this site again. Thanks for understanding.

Well, just on the off chance that you do drop back in, you misinterpreted the response. The poster answered your question, then advised you that you'll get a better response if you post a new thread when you ask a question.

I see nothing there to take offence at. You got the information you asked for, plus some tips on how to get a better response in the future. If it were me, I'd say thanks a lot to the person who answered you, and listen to the rest of what he said. There's tons of good information here, and lots of help from the folks who volunteer their time to assist other boaters.