What horsepower is a Johnson 88?
Johnson’s 1981 88 SPL produces an 88-horsepower output. Their 100 Commercial offers an output of 100 horsepower.
Who builds Johnson outboard motors?
It has been owned since 2001 by the Canadian firm Bombardier Recreational Products. Bombardier stopped selling outboards under the Johnson brand after 2007, and moved all sales entirely to Evinrude Outboard Motors until they were discontinued in June 2020.
Are Evinrude and Johnson outboard motors the same?
In 1936 the Evinrude company merged with the Johnson Motor Company to form the Outboard Marine Corporation. On May 27, 2020, BRP announced that they would be retiring the Evinrude brand and would exit the outboard boat motor market.
What years did they make Evinrude 88 SPL?
If I remember, the 88 SPL was made 1987-1996. Age and treachery will always overcome youth and skill !! Only major difference between the 88 Special cross flow and the 90 Hp cross flow was that the 88 Special had conventional fuel pump(pre-mix) and 90 HP had VRO.
Are Johnson engines reliable?
“The Johnsons were by far the most reliable of all of the engines that we owned. They always started well, never, and I do mean never needed anything beyond routine maintenance…the 1976 70 hp Johnson I owned till last year, and it never gave problems.”
Is Johnson a good outboard motor?
At various points of their existence, Johnson Outboards were some of the best marine engines in the world. Before their discontinuation, they were labeled a brand of lower-powered engines, usually of 25 horsepower or less, and made by Suzuki; but these models are still viewed as quality motors.
Are Johnson outboards made by Suzuki?
The Suzuki motors were painted and badged as Johnsons and gave OMC dealers four-strokes to sell alongside the two-stroke Evinrude models. Just before the bankruptcy, an OMC dealer quipped to me that “those Suzuki Johnsons are the best motors OMC is selling right now.”
Is the Johnson 88 Special a good motor?
The 88spl is one of the most tried and true designs OMC made during its tenure. As with any used outboard, maintenence is the key, make all of the necessary checks of the motor before purchase and I am sure you will not be disapointed. They are a great motor. Never had one personally but only hear good things about them.
How much does a Johnson note outboard motor cost?
Johnson Note OUTBOARD MOTORS HP Dry Weight (lbs) Start Type 10RLCC 9.9 77 Manual 15ECC 15 75 Electric 15ELCC 15 80 Electric 15RCC 15 73 Manual
What kind of horsepower does a Johnson outboard have?
In 2006 BRP still offered Johnson four-strokes at 25, 15, 9.9, 6, 5, 4 and 2.5 horsepower, plus a 9.9/15-hp two-stroke kicker. The 2007 Johnson line includes just the 25-, 15- and 9.9-hp four-strokes and the 9.9/15 two-strokes.
Are there any Johnson motors left in North America?
The BRP website indicates that Johnson motors from 25 to 2.5 hp are still offered in Europe and South America. But right now in North America, BRP has no interest in selling a four-stroke, and doesn’t need a second brand.