Re: 1932 Johnson K-50 cylinder, etc.

[Buccaneer]

The power head should be back together in a few days
and I’ll start tearing into the lower unit and check out
the exhaust passage. Good tip on sandblasting
and carbon adherence. Too bad they didn’t Teflon
coat the exhaust passage!
Thanks.

quote need2fish:

While you have the powerhead off the leg, take a good look at the exhaust manifold on the leg and the double 90degree turn it makes into the leg.

That area and the passage all the way down to the L/U are famous for carboning up. It makes the engine difficult to start and very slow to wind up. Wire brush, Seafoam, and maybe some gentle walnut blasting (no sandblasting as this pebbles the inner surfaces and gives carbon a great footing to re-anchor).

Prepare to be boarded!