Search results

So I started the engine for the first time since the spring purchase. 1986 Johnson 140. Slapped the motor flusher on, turned the hose on, and she started right up, yay! Water wasn't coming out of the discharge port underneath the motor cover, so I shut her down to come here and ask a question...

OK guys, I had a project to get done and now I'm back to the '86 V20 I bought earlier this year. My boy has been bugging me. So I took the cover off the fuel tank. Doesn't look too horrible I'm guessing. The tag states it's a Patriot 49 gallon. My plan was to pull the sending unit out, drain the...

Folks, I have the opportunity to purchase a nice stainless 3 blade 13x17 prop for $50. I've got a 1987 V20 CC Steplift running a 1986 Johnson 140 that I just bought, so I don't have any RPM numbers yet. I believe it has a 13-7/8x17 on it now. What do you all think? Smaller diameter would mean...

So while I'm waiting on my electrical parts, I figured I'd ask about the engine. It's a 1986 Johnson 140 looper (J140TLCDC). Being a used purchase, I'd like to check with you guys about what you would do to check the engine before dropping her in the water. Spark plugs, changing gear oil in...

Hi guys, I think I'm going to put some new switches and gauges on my dash, along with a new fuse box. Being new to boats, how many circuits for the fuse block would I want, and how many rocker switches for the switchboard? It's a 1987 V20 with a 140 looper outboard.

My 86' 140VR has the oiler system removed, so I have to mix. What are you guys doing with: *Ratio?- I've read 50:1- what ratio do you use? *When to add? Do you fill up after your day on the way home and add the oil then, or do you fill up before you go out and then add the oil. My concern is...

Hi Guys, My first boat for my Son and I. 1987 V20 w/ 1986 J140. Got the whole shebang plus extras for $1300. Motor runs. Rebuilding the tilt/trim unit right now. My question: Any pointers on the spaghetti wiring mess in the next post? Thanks, Frank