Re: Johnson CD 10 Shock Absorber question

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Thanks everyone for the great information. I actually had the shock back in the lower unint, and pulled it back out just to check it more closely. It actually measures 6 13/16", about an 1/8′ long. However the bearing housing sits flush, and the shock assembly had a little end play. I tried to tap it on a block of wood and a dead blow hammer, but it would not move anymore. I think I am going to put it in a vice and squeeze it to 6 3/4 then weld it. And install a brass pin in the prop. My brother is going to be using this motor in central Florida, mostly sandy bottom lakes. He will just have to avoid logs.

Thanks again for the great information.