Opinion on '94 Johnson Ocean Runner 175

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by reyb

UPDATE: Nevermind. For some reason I always thought my transom was 25" but I was just told that it's 20". The Johnson OceanRunner is a 25". Wow, do I feel stupid :)


Man, still doing research.... Anyone know what the compression should be on this
'94 Johnson 175 OceanRunner? What else should I look for when checking out the motor? The guy that bought my BlackMax hooked a volt meter before and after starting to see what charging is going on. Also, did the big screwdriver to engine to ear to listen for knocking. Checked the oil in the gear case. Checked spark plugs. What else is there?

Thanks,

Rey

The big screwdriver to the engine block while running was listening to the main crankshaft bearings...amazing how sound travels through a screwdriver, but you can hear smooth vs rough quite distinctly...you gotta know where the bearings are and put the tip on the block in the right places...