The10Man
Well-known member
I recently picked up really cheap 2 stroke 1999 8 HP Johnson. Cosmetically, the motor isn't in good shape. However, after taking the carb apart and cleaning it the motor fired right up.
One small issue still remains, and that is that the hood won't close and stay securely closed. When I looked at the motor before buying it I had a hard time taking the cowl off. The hood secures in the back of the motor.
Has anyone had and issues with the latch in the back of this motor or a similar motor? Any recommendations? The replacement latch is $20 bucks and I'll buy it if necessary but would prefer to try and fix it, however I haven't figured out how thus far.
I've attached a few pictures of it helps. Thanks!
One small issue still remains, and that is that the hood won't close and stay securely closed. When I looked at the motor before buying it I had a hard time taking the cowl off. The hood secures in the back of the motor.
Has anyone had and issues with the latch in the back of this motor or a similar motor? Any recommendations? The replacement latch is $20 bucks and I'll buy it if necessary but would prefer to try and fix it, however I haven't figured out how thus far.
I've attached a few pictures of it helps. Thanks!