basically known as JW exccellent trolling motors being 2 cyl. easy to fix up ignition wise. , impellers etc… parts all available
carb kits available if you need gaskets etc… the float may be dried up all depends who owned it and what care it was given.
JW s span years of production. Do try a compression test before spending $$$$. PSI should go above 70 psi . report back with your findings if possible.
if mecanically sound it will last many more years. look for a small plate with mdl info
to service your JW the johnson bible available for 20$ will tell you and show you all you need to serviceit carb … magneto… impeller etc.. just download and print locally
https://watercraftmanuals.com/outboard/johnson/manuals/johnson-302231.htm
expect cracked coils condensers to replace etc… all basic stuff incl. replacing plug wires while you are at it ! fuel tank has a filter inside which may need cleaning by unscrewing the side fuel valve. points can frequently just be ” polished up
see 3hp listing starting in 1952
1930-1979 Evinrude Outboard Model Numbers (marineengine.com)
this book in KINDLE version is a good one to have to ! paperback $$$ value has exploded unfortunately 🙁
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