Gearcase swap 55 hp to 60 HP outboard

verno

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I have a 1971 Johnson 60 3 cyl hydro-electric shift outboard.

Will a 68 Evinrude hydro-electric lower unit work out ok and hold up to the 1971 Johnson 60 HP hydro-electric outboard engine. I found a 68 evinrude hydro-electic lower that measures out and bolts up the same as the 60 HP lower. The only visible difference I can see is the prop thrust washers are different, I have that covered..

Anyone had experience with this swap?
 
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