Linkage Adjustments: 1989 and Newer 40, 48, 50 HP Johnson / Evinrude

OMC video!

[@markhuff6849]

This is EXACTLY the information I was looking for! On behalf of my Johnson 40 and myself, thank you for sharing!

[@zoltanmagyar1273]

Thanks for all that time ,involved to make this available to us!

[@markhuff6849]

Mine is a 40hp Johnson. I spent a bit of time in the driveway performing just the first three steps outlined in this video. (I don't have a timing light or tach, etc to go further right now.) Just the adjustments outlined in those three steps made an enormous and positive difference! No choke, no starting fluid, no fuss - just primed it a couple of pumps and it fired up strong!! I also closed the needle valves and started by opening them 2 1/2 turns to begin, and have been adjusting the idle speed because it now idles just a bit high.. Before I watched this video, once I got it running, my motor would sputter, shake, and stall out if I tried to idle. Many thanks!!

[@gjordan417]

*** just an update. I paid for the OMC shop manual, it lists the spark control rod as 2.5” or 63.5mm! Looking into this I should of seen this! Might be why my outboard idles at 2k rpm lol (the video states 5.3cm!) Really req a revision! I had to trim the bolt lol might have to add a longer one now! 2000 50hp version. Anyone PM me if you want the manual, save you £25!

[@BrandonsGarage]

Well, keep in mind this video was made in the late 80's. its possible your manual is correct?

[@gjordan417]

Brandon's Garage wasn’t meant as a criticism as I’m sure it’s correct for the other HP’s? Thanks for the video anyway!

[@salski92]

Hoping you’ll see this [e-mail] looking to get my hand on that omc manual I bought an online manual and unfortunately it’s not good at all waste of $40

[@williamhaskellhaskell3162]

The longer the spark control rod the less ignition advance. Slower at idle. !

[@robofis00]

if possible, i want a manual copy, i have same outboard and year, thanks

[@daddio7249]

I just bought a boat with a 94 48 SPL on it. This is exactly what I need, thank you, thank you, thank you. And subscribed.

[@ronnyrath816]

Same here

[@joshconnell7674]

Man you are a life saver this helped me soo much i didnt adjust the wot stop and my butterflies got stuck wide open while on the lake went through your videos again and saw you had this video as well this helped me solve my issue thank you soo much!

[@findingthetruthfacts2281]

I want to thank you for these videos you put up particularly this video,, I've got a question do you have a part number or something that would that would get me a test propeller for my 40 horse 1990 model engine Evinrude? Thank you

[@jeffperkins6514]

To me, there was never a longer lasting and more durable outboard than the 2 stroke OMC motors. Taken care of, they would last a lifetime. Thanks for the video.

[@stuartshrawder8144]

Wow... very good and understandable video..!

[@chrispatrick8903]

There were great reliable outboards the government and technology is slowly killing all industry they just build junk anymore and the cost is insane.

[@slagletoby]

I had the 40hp and the paint fell off the cowling it had so many hours on it. Never died!

[@TheLacherChannel]

Any chance you have this for a 1985 Johnson 40HP? ... I'm needing to link, sync, and set timing on my J40ELCO. Thanks!

[@334trucker9]

Same here. Did you get any info? '85 J40ELCOB

[@TheLacherChannel]

@@334trucker9 negative. I still need to do this though. It’s running well, but it could be dialed in even more.

[@gjordan417]

Anyone after the OMC manual for 2000 Johnson 50hp PM me and I’ll email it over, no point in us all paying for it! Lol

[@mikayla6013]

I would like to have one please [e-mail]

[@gjordan417]

we.tl/t-bvXB72iItT

[@markteague5074]

G Jordan I need a copy of the OMC manual for the 2000 Johnson 50 hp [e-mail] thanks

[@salski92]

[e-mail] please and thank you

[@gjordan417]

Sal Plascencia www.dropbox.com/s/3cu3w0l7unjzqta/14326-Johnson-Evinrude_2HP-70HP_2-Stroke_Outboards_inc_Jet_Drive_1995-2003.pdf?dl=0

[@gjordan417]

Cannot recommend this enough! Adjusted mine, had orange paint on the linkages, and they were miles out, I took measurements incase it wouldn’t run or I made it horrendously worse! Adjusted as per specs, starts up within half a second now! Wouldn’t start before without much cranking and choke and raising the idle lever. Much appreciation and thanks!

[@BrandonsGarage]

Glad it helped! Seems like mine fires up with half turn of the flywheel too. Really make one feel comfortable with the engine.

[@kenblair8268]

Good Morning, Any chance that this amazing video is still available? It would be a true blessing to have access to it. Blessings to you and yours!

[@cowabungask8r]

Wow… beautiful. I expected to spend a lot of time trying to sift through half ass videos but dang… this has everything! Thank you

[@mateocastro5464]

This video was exactly what I needed!!! Thank You So Much for Sharing!!!👍🏼

[@sicchuckie]

Thanks a great lesson, I couldn’t even remove that clip. Now I know. Thanks again.

[@corkyvanderhaven3391]

What you’ve done here to get this info out is just extremely kind 🙏brother🤙🐠☠️

[@GravvyTrain]

I've been trying to understand the link and sync procedure for my 88' 90hp . Watching this helps a lot! thanks!

[@bthompson101202]

i need this for my 1979 55hp johnson 2 stroke. This was fun to watch also. Thanks Brandon always good videos

[@JasonDainter]

I have the exact same motor from 79. Have the manual also if you need anything looking up! How did you get on with the link and sync? I'm struggling!..

[@ronnyrath816]

Im trying to adjust my 1997 50hp Johnson

[@caseyrayls6234]

That's a lot of work to adjust the idle. Johnson should have made it easier.

[@grifce]

Please put them all on. Very valuable

[@alexdreychan566]

This is only for engine till 1999 if I’m not mistaken

[@geraldtuck8864]

Best video I've seen in a long time.. just what I needed to know. That you so so much.

[@davidgridley3643]

That was perfect. I was looking at my evinrude 40 , 1999 model. None of the arrows are lined up. I will be doing this soon. Thanks again for sharing this.

[@williamhaskellhaskell3162]

The arrows don't matter!

[@kevinlawlor9470]

I have a 1993 50 HP Evinrude Ev50tletf could you tell me what timing is on this motor please if you could tell me that would be great!!!

[@eddie4725]

Thanks for sharing that! So much easier to see than using the manual! My 50/35 Jet needs these adjustments. Cheers

[@samuelshake1741]

Hey Brandon, any chance you have a video from OMC for the linkage adjustment on a 1983 Johnson 50hp 2 cylinder? Thanks for all your videos, very helpful!!

[@denttech8447]

OH THANK YOU SO MUCH! PERFECT!

[@Macdog9300]

I did everything to spec and my 50hp 99 Johnson will not fire was having issues before with idle screws had orange paint were way off but would run on the water no problem now I can’t get her to run and I have unburned fuel and oil coming out the exhaust idk what to do I’m at my wits end with this motor! Please help !

[@jessystine2197]

1995 the spark rod initial setting length is 2.5in according to omc manual not sure the exact year this measurement changes 93???? everything else is the same. use video this and Joe Reeves timing method set idle mixer in water with clean carbs..

[@bennyknotts9902]

Do know if this would apply to a 1998 70hp OMC?

[@williamhaskellhaskell3162]

Hi this video Does. Help. I've used it. It does not work per spec. And leaves out steps. It's wrong info! Do you think this ignition. Self advances the static wot timing setting. Vs adjusting at 5000 rpm?

[@christosvlassis7263]

Hi!!i have one problem.my evinrude 50hp vro the max rpm is 3.800.or 4.000 same time. i change propeller 17 to 15 and is the same!!can help me someone?? thanks!

[@williamhaskellhaskell3162]

The critical measurement is 2 1/16 " from there it is 20 deg btdc and 2 deg atdc. Falls into place. Not much adjustment from there. Or the linkage binds!

[@monto313]

Thank you!! Reading the instructions in the book is one thing but this makes it so much easier to understand.

[@tommyparker6187]

I have a 93 40hp evinrude and my service manual says the linkage adjustment needs to be 7 5/8" not 7 13/16

[@BrandonsGarage]

This video was made in 1989, things changed in 1993.

[@tommyparker6187]

​​@@BrandonsGarageI'm just curious, mine is a te40eletb and when I go off the manual for my sync it starts and then dies, rebuilt the carbs and replaced all fuel lines, would it hurt to try it this way with these measurements?

[@phillipallen4455]

Thank you for making this available to Johnson owners.

[@BrandonsGarage]

Thats what I'm here for!

[@kylekellett7231]

Thanks for taking time to share. Hopefully I can get my 40 hp to idle a little smoother and maybe get a little more top speed by watching this!

[@johnmcdaniel3195]

I'm working on my 1979 100HP Evinrude doing the same adjustments. Do you have the linkage measurements for a 1979 V4? I have the SEALOC manual but it is missing the rod measurements.

[@corkyvanderhaven3391]

Dude Nice job. Thx⚠️🎣 Yes Also, please be kind and rewind😏⚡️

[@MAD_Outdoor_Adventures]

Thank you for the video, helped me with Link and Synch process !

[@terrytucker193]

Oh man!! Thank you so much for sharing this. I am truly grateful. God bless!!

[@Reeser00]

I took my boat to a 40yr OMC mechanic and he said the arrows mean nothing. It’s all about getting the timing with the timing gun. You have to tweak it to each engine. When he was finished, none of my measurements came out like the video shows. Thoughts?

[@williamhaskellhaskell3162]

Yes I found the same thing on my 48. It does teach how it works. From there your on your own.

[@rovientruiz9876]

Best video on KZbin thank you so much for sharing 👍🏻👍🏻

[@randylee6823]

I am so glad I found this video thanks for this. I'll use this video to helpe sycronize my Johnson 40 I bet it will do so much better

[@johncuervo3019]

I already regret buying a boat with two carburetors and a oil injector for the fuel mixture. Only had it a day

[@bennyweapon06]

thanks man this saved me allllotttt of headaches .. from 🇦🇺

[@POOHBEAR2170]

good informative video... thanks for sharing

[@codyj919]

shift rod adjustment for same engine??? please would be great help

[@nickmcbride7303]

Thanks this was extremely helpful best video I've seen for info

[@Deer4ager]

Now if I could just learn what test prop I need for my 91' Evinrude 40 horse I would be all set. Awesome video, YOU saved me so much time from trial and error.

[@daveharrison9319]

Brilliant video where can I download it please. Not u tube..

[@justinroberts9965]

Would this be the same for a 1993 commercial 55hp? Looks pretty much the same

[@jaycasey2782]

Does anyone know the best prop for a 48spl evinrude

[@weblabdesign]

Good morning, thank you for your precious videos. I'm wondering if you have anything to adjust the Johnson 70tl linkage in 1995. It's a great engine, but I have a low-speed carburetion problem. Thanks, Niko

[@lucrioux3976]

Thank you!

[@NHLiveFreeOrDie]

Brandon thank you for posting this video. It was very helpful for my 1991 Johnson 40hp

[@keithc7808]

Fuck yeah

[@A1ch3my528]

This is an important video!!! Thanks brother!!!

[@bachyflorine7772]

Bonjour, est il possible de traduire la vidéo en français ? Merci

[@silentdeath9237]

Some video stores can copy VHS to DVD

[@duke81ist]

Thank you. Happy father's day

[@toniandres8619]

Many thanks for share this, good help

[@cliffordfoster2689]

Where do I get a omc manual

[@BrandonsGarage]

Ebay

[@bobhill6318]

What is the part number for a 1999 40 hp Johnson? Thanks

[@christiandam9000]

I have a 1997 Johnson 40hp. I trying to do all these linkage adjustments but my spark controle rod can't get shorter than approximately 5,6cm even when i use all of the adjustment. When i started the adjustment it was set to a distance of 6,4cm and the engine was running good. Practially all other adjustments was also way off the specs in this video when i started and i have adjusted those. Haven't tested the new adjustments jet. Any ideas about whats wrong?? Also the spark controle rod doesn't look like the one in the video but like the one in this vide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y52keKyqiLqYjZY If it makes any difference i'm from Europe and i'm guessing the engine is as well.

[@sp3271]

Hello. I have exactly the same problem. With 6,7mm spark rod, spark is way late. With 5,3mm rod linkage goes stuck. Parts SHOULD be right ones. I have checked. I have noticed that when the spark rod is 5,3mm spark timing would be right. But cannot do that. 2 years I have been with this problem. Engine is Johnson BJ40EETB

[@oskarsleimanis3564]

Hi. I have a evinrude 50 1997. I did everything like in your video. Engine sounds good on high rpm, but on low rpm don't want to work. Do you know where could be a problem?

[@williamhaskellhaskell3162]

Adjust your idle timing with light with throttle valves closed. And adjust carb mixtures!

[@jessystine2197]

What degree is the idle timing supposed to be?

[@stevenbelton6244]

We would like to see more videos please. Thank you

[@troyturovich2846]

Thanks for the video can’t thank you enough.you need to relabel video for Johnson 60 two cylinder. No videos for that model it would help a lot of people who have bad running 60.

[@BrandonsGarage]

Label it to what?

[@troyturovich2846]

The video is also good for the 60 horse Johnson two cylinder not lots of information on that motor online

[@khajeh1337]

In 11:00 minutes, is it full lever on forward then halfway back? Or is it to The first "click" on The forward and then back? (If I make any sense)

[@BrandonsGarage]

just past the click

[@khajeh1337]

@@BrandonsGarage okey thanks, because i thought i followed this video pretty good, but when i go full forward, The engine doesnt rev out...

[@danielrobert7181]

Very informative video. Please share other corporate ones you would have. Out of curiosity, how did you get those in the first place ?

[@BrandonsGarage]

Years of collecting literature, these came along somehow. some dude has been downloaded them, and uploading them as his own, thats when I stopped posting them.

[@95bpu]

Thank you so much for sharing that! This was a great help!

[@rickbokern4179]

Thanks a ton ! Very useful information. Keep up the good work

[@juancecchinelli8405]

Great video! Just what I needed to know to get on my 93 Evinrude 40hp. Would like to see the other videos too! Thx

[@tommyparker6187]

Did it work for your 93? It didn't for mine, what's ur model number

[@mikeg3202]

great video happy i found this

[@johncuervo3019]

2:53 he removed the throttle cable from top hole then 11:07 he puts it in the bottom hole

[@southseapirate1]

Top one for tiller model, bottom for non-tiller model.

[@joshfarre]

I love you. Thank you

[@alphafoxtography6008]

Thanks a lot, very helpful, will use this info this week!

[@trillfpv]

God Bless This Man!

[@johnschummer13]

Thanks man, great useful video!

[@cutum]

Appreciate the video!

[@raymondstokes9353]

Very good information

[@gennarodimartino5777]

Thanks for the video brings back old times

[@fdk601]

I have a 1987 evinrude 40 and I cannot get the linkage and timing tuned correctly so it will not die when I put it into gear. Do you happen to have a how to video for this motor? Your videos are awesome. Thank you. I'm Frank in Springfield MO.

[@BrandonsGarage]

No, but if you email me, I can send you the written version from the repair manual.

[@fdk601]

Brandon's Garage that would be awesome. How do I email you?. Here is mine [e-mail] thank you so much

[@fdk601]

I'm not sure how to get your email. Did you happen to get the directions for a 1987 40? I know you are busy. Thank you for your time.

[@unsaltedlife5998]

Hi Frank I’m in Missouri too. And also have a 1987 that I’ve been restoring, you can find a manual at boat info.no also Google Joe Reeves method for high speed timing. This old outboard has a few videos on it I just don’t have the camera equipment to shoot videos nor do I want to learn how to edit them.

[@michaelnappi5881]

Thanks for taking the time, expense and effort to share this!

[@cynthiakennebeck5824]

Let’s see more👀

[@jpotts8814]

Cool video. Have you got any on performing the same steps on the 70's V4 engines?

[@BrandonsGarage]

Kind of, but for an 8-0's motor. Same concept though.

[@rafaelhernandez5768]

Is the procedure the same for a 1983 50hp evinrude??

[@BrandonsGarage]

well, the concept is the same, but everything is complete different.

[@rafaelhernandez5768]

@@BrandonsGarage oh okay couldn’t find much online about it. Need to track down a manual for it

[@vicentenavejas8187]

What about a johnson 88 hp

[@TheMikeymon]

You have literally saved my outboards, I have 2 40s and here material and service guides are not common. Amazingly i have tuned one according to the video and the other from an outboard mechanic. Suffice to say, she has never idled as nicely and the throttle advance is much smoother. Once again, thank you! You saved me thousands...

[@Billeye]

I have a 1989 evenrude won't ideal adjustment screws all the way in but good compression on motor

[@jessystine2197]

Ultrasonic clean the carburetors new johnson carb kits by the book all new fuel line proper zip tie clamp from johnson.

[@Billeye]

What about idle screw is all the in is able to linkage adjustment from this video

[@jessystine2197]

When idle jets are truly clean and u do these steps it should idle good make sure ur rollers haven't fell apart either most have after 31 years. I try to leave timing in factory paint marked spots usually close enough.

[@1Silverlining]

Thank you!!!

[@jasonmcclellan441]

Would love to see your other videos

[@andyhollister4610]

Bro......✊️🙏

[@timbarnett3898]

I have 48 an all this is great for me except one thing: the special timing propeller can't be found for sale! Everyone working on these motors needs timing an timing can't be done with out special prop, so we need a replacement!

[@BrandonsGarage]

No can do, gonna have to open water time these bad boys.

[@timbarnett3898]

@@BrandonsGarage Mmmm, special tool everyone with these motors could use, Cool! I like the idea of open water timing test too, yee ha!

[@timbarnett3898]

@@BrandonsGarage I helped my neighbor buy this boat an motor. When his hips gave out an no longer a joy for him I bought it! I do wish it had a four stroke motor! Nice to have a trading site!

[@unsaltedlife5998]

What about Joe Reeves method for high speed timing has anyone tried that yet on these type of outboards?

[@wish2fish37]

Nice.Are you aware of a service bulletin for say 20-30hp Johnson that changes where throttle timing is to be?

[@BrandonsGarage]

No, but I have the service bulletins, what year ish would this have taken place?

[@wish2fish37]

Not sure about year?Acouple guys referring to it here the Tube for there 30hp's.Could be in the 90's when it came out.I can try and reach out to the guy that first mentioned it.He may have been a Evinrude Tech?

[@wish2fish37]

I was told now it may have been 90/91 it came out.

[@boka8989]

Perfect! Great!

[@ninjagodzilla6402]

Awesome video!!!

[@saintatcfam7008]

Thank u !

[@patrick-aimelaliberte1831]

Thanks!!!