1954 johnson 5.5 hp

[danbytech]

How do I remove the lower unit to inspect the water pump?

 

[racerone]

You have to remove the powerhead to disconnect the shift rod.-------OK seems like a lot of work , but you need to look at the critical seal on top of the driveshaft anyways.---------It is not all that hard to do.

 

[danbytech]

You have to remove the powerhead to disconnect the shift rod.-------OK seems like a lot of work , but you need to look at the critical seal on top of the driveshaft anyways.---------It is not all that hard to do.

Thanks, I guess I'll need to get a service manual for that job.

 

[racerone]

A service manual is not really needed.-----The job is straight forward , remove 7 screws and disconnect some hoses to remove the powerhead.

 

[bobbyc]

The diagram for a similar 1955 model is available on this site...go to the top of this page and click on boat engine parts/ outboard/johnson/1955-2011