[Rhodes22-list] Motors

[Rob Lowe]

I looked though some of the archives, but didn't see anything on this, although I expect it's been covered.  

Any suggestions on minimum and/or maximum horsepower and any other suggestions on motors?  The 76 model I have seems to have an electrical problem, the reverse doesn't work, and there is an oil leak from the shaft area.  Plus, it's a Johnson which I'm led to believe is hard to get parts for (something about bankruptcy(s)).  I figure I can get it fixed, but I'll still have a repaired 76 motor.  I asked at the marina about new ones (talk about almost having a stroke, I had no idea how much these things cost!).

A buddy of mine has one, but I'm pretty sure it's a short shaft model.  Has anyone had a longer shaft installed?  And at what cost? (I think I can steal my buddies and it might be worth having a longer shaft installed).

Or, anyone out there with an extra motor to sell?  thanks - rob

Rob Lowe
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