I have just acquired a Johnson 4 hp model BJ4BREDS. I believe the year is 1996 but can someone explain the other letters and tell me if the engine is standard or long shaft.<br /><br />Many thanks<br />Ian in England
B= MODEL VARIATION (BELGIUM)<br /><br />J=STYLE ( JOHNSON)<br /><br />4= HORSEPOWER<br /><br />BR= DESIGN ( EURO ROPE START<br /><br />ED= YEAR 1996<br /><br />S= MODEL RUN OR SUFFIX
The model number indicates it's a standard lenght shaft, but to be certain measure from the part of the transom clamp that contacts the top of the transom to the anti-ventilation plate directly above the propeller. If you measure close to 15" then it's a short (standard) shaft, if it's 20" then it's a long shaft.<br /><br />Hope this helps!<br /><br /> RickDB1Boat's picture explains it better.
