Re: Early Johnson Waterbug? Model A? Model AB?

[dougbok]

More great information. The driveshaft tube and handle are both steel. It’s nice to have an idea what it is but this is one I’d just like to clean up some and get running. The water pump looks like it’s been crudely soldered so I’ll probably need to put a WTB classified ad in for a replacement. The plug wires are shot so there’s another project.
What’s neat is that the remnants of the original grip was stuck in under the crankcase and a grungy old pouch with shear and cotter pins was wired to the motor. Also like the old Allstate spark plugs.
If these things could talk I’d bet there’d be some stories to tell. I’m glad someone decided to try to find it a home rather than throwing it in the metal bin at the transfer station.
Thanks!