I have a 60 hsp., 1970 Johnson motor. I bought the boat about a month ago but the boat has been sitting for about 3 years as far as I can find out.<br />The gas tank and line were dry but you could smell the old gas so I changed out the fuel pump, line and cleaned out the tank and put fresh fuel and oil in. I also replace the plugs x 3, new battery and cable contacts. I checked all the connections and I have power to the switch and to the starter. I tried to start it (with water going into the motor) Starter would ingage but would just turn a little bit.<br />Took it to a boat shop Sat. morning and had him check it. He called back about 5 and told me that 1. No fire to the plugs, 2. Found a crack in the lower unit, 3. Felt that water pump needed to be changed also. 4. If he could find the lower unit he est. that it would cost about $500 P&L to fix it.<br />Im sorry I dont have the brand of boat with me right now, but it too is a 1970 tri hull that isnt in too bad of shape. I was planning on using this just as a fishing. <br />He said that that type of boat was rough rideing and with with the rebuild he thought I would be better off getting another boat.<br />My question is does this sound too much for the repair and just how bad of a ride can I expect?<br />Thanks and sorry for the long post.<br />Rick
