On Mar 13, 11:13 pm, "Tim" wrote:
On Mar 13, 10:21 pm, wrote:

On Mar 13, 3:09 pm, Harry Krause wrote:

wrote:
hey everyone,
I just bought a 16ft crestliner with a 1974 85 johnson. can anyone
tell me about these motors? reliability, weakness, is it a good motor?

thanks

It's more than 30 years old. What are your expectations?

uuummm.....ok.....thank you.

Evinrude/Johnson v-4's are a really good engine. of course, they're
obsolete by todays standards,a nd parts can be a bit pricey, but they
are still work horses.

Make sure your water impeller is in good condition,a nd you check for
oil leaks int he lower unit. Another thing, is that most two cycle
engines work with a ixture of crankshaft presser and vacuum. The seal
below the flywheel will eventually weather out,a nd will cause hard
starting and lean running, which isn't good on pistons,a nd can cause
a ppowerhead burn out.

As long as all seal, gaskets,and impeller are in good shape, and the
carbs are flushed and clean, I don't see why that engine can't give
you good service for several more years.

Good luck!

thank you very much, i will look into it.