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Location: Wausau | I recently purchased a used boat with a 1999 50 horse Johnson motor on it. I was told by a guy that that year motor had some real problems. Can anyone confirm or deny this statement? So far I really like the motor, quite for a 2 stroke but am concerned that I may have a problem on my hands in the years to come.
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Location: Chicago, Beverly | I wouldn't worry. I have a '95 40hp and was told the same thing. I did have two problems with mine, but they happened very quickly while it was under warranty. A '99 has been around the block a couple timesso anything like that would have happened already. |
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| The 50, 60 and 70 Johnsons were bullet proof motors. I had a 60 and have two buddies who had a 70 and 50. All three motors performed great. With an OMC, just be sure to use Carbon Guard every few tank fulls and you will be fine. |
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Location: Chicago, Beverly | Carbon guard in every other tank and my other favorite 2*4 in every tank |
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Location: Wausau | Thanks very much for the info, I can rest a little easier now. Where can I get this carbon guard that has been mentioned? Does it go by any other names? Again thanks a lot. |
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| You should be able to get it at any Johnson dealer. |
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