I've got an old Stratos with an '84 Johnson 150hp V6 that hasn't seen the water in about 10 years. About once per year, I'll pull her out of the shop, hook up the water hose, and let her run for a few minutes. This year, I want to get her back on the water. What do you guys recommend I should do tune up wise, with an older motor that's been sitting up this long? Any parts that should be looked at for replacement?
A couple of things I know I have to do is replace the primer bulb. Its dry rotten. I will probably replace the fuel lines while I'm at it, though they look alright. I've heard that It can't hurt to replace the impeller.
What about oil? should I replace the gear oil/lower foot oil?
Last time I ran it with the water hose hooked up, the oil alarm went off. What are your thoughts on bypassing the VRO versus just cleaning the oil system well and letting it ride.
Thanks guys. I've been out of the boating loop for a while now, since getting married and having kids. I'm looking forward to this spring and summer.
A couple of things I know I have to do is replace the primer bulb. Its dry rotten. I will probably replace the fuel lines while I'm at it, though they look alright. I've heard that It can't hurt to replace the impeller.
What about oil? should I replace the gear oil/lower foot oil?
Last time I ran it with the water hose hooked up, the oil alarm went off. What are your thoughts on bypassing the VRO versus just cleaning the oil system well and letting it ride.
Thanks guys. I've been out of the boating loop for a while now, since getting married and having kids. I'm looking forward to this spring and summer.