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[20lbSloughShark]

I have been extremely dissatisfied with my 1984 40hp Johnson this year. I have had a million problems with it, and even when it was running "great" it runs very rough, and is hard starting. Ever since the temperatures dropped below 40 degrees, I could not get it to start. I have basically given up on the motor. I was wondering if an older model johnson or evinrude (early 70's) run better. Or maybe there is a better choice for under $1500? I just wanted to add that I do not want a 4 stroke, I want a smooth running 2 stroke.

[Capt. H (Ret.)]

I think your moving in the wrong direction year wise. I don't mean that in a bad way. Times are tough but save your money and get a decent motor so you can enjoy life!!

Mike

[Hafnutz]

I sold my 2000 Yammie 40hp 3cyl 2 stroke a couple years ago. It was by far the best running, smoothest 2 stroke engine I ever had the pleasure of owning. Every bit as nice as the 4 stroke Suzuki I have now but a little harder on fuel. I previously owned a very thirsty but smooth, Merc Classic 50 4 cyl 2 stroke and before that a 25 Johnson. Of them all the Johnson while dependable, ran like an old John Deere. I'd save up and buy one of the newer 2 strokes.

[Down Deep]

You and most everybody else who had those mid-80s Johnson's they must of dropped them while loading them on the truck.My suggestion would be to look for a mid-90's and up Yamaha 2-S. They are smooth running machines.