I am new here. Thanks for any help in advance.
I picked up two older Johnson outboards this past November
One is a 1955 25 hp all original that runs like new. I had to replace original fuel lines and water pump but other than that it is a fantastic running and looking motor. I put it on an old 1961 Lonestar 16' boat. Looks great!
The other is a 1957 35 hp seahorse with electric start. A real rough looking motor that needs a lot of work.
I picked up a replacement starter because the original didn't crank over the engine. It engages for a second then stops. Unfortunately, the replacement starter does the same thing.
With the plugs out,it turns over great. Plugs in, turns over for 2+3 seconds.
If I open the compression bar on the back, it turns over.
Could it be the starter needing new brushes?
Compression seems very good,
Any help or suggestions are appreciated.
I picked up two older Johnson outboards this past November
One is a 1955 25 hp all original that runs like new. I had to replace original fuel lines and water pump but other than that it is a fantastic running and looking motor. I put it on an old 1961 Lonestar 16' boat. Looks great!
The other is a 1957 35 hp seahorse with electric start. A real rough looking motor that needs a lot of work.
I picked up a replacement starter because the original didn't crank over the engine. It engages for a second then stops. Unfortunately, the replacement starter does the same thing.
With the plugs out,it turns over great. Plugs in, turns over for 2+3 seconds.
If I open the compression bar on the back, it turns over.
Could it be the starter needing new brushes?
Compression seems very good,
Any help or suggestions are appreciated.