Do you really need to remove the powerhead to change the thermostat on a 1983 Johnson 15hp J15RCTA

[jwcole04]

What were they thinking? Ensures business for the repair dept. I guess.

 

[faztbullet]

Just the water jacket on cylinder head

 

[jwcole04]

Just the water jacket on cylinder head

Of course! Thanks fazbullet.

I'm kind of new to this. I've been fishing Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca since I got my first boat in 81. I'm retired and need a hobby so I've accumulated 10 outboards - 3-15 hp - to see if I can get running. Inspired by youtube videos.

 

[racerone]

Removing the cylinder head makes the job easier I think.