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[james hobson]

Hey guys I am looking for a 1950s jhonson 15 or 18 hp  in the red and white color. Not sure if either came in that particular colors 56 to 59 I think this is maybe what I am looking for. Is there a particular year that might be better any help or tips greatly appreciated thanks.

[frankr]

My favorite in the looks department (1958)

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[bob-d]

Yep 58 without a doubt.

 

[james hobson]

Reason you would choose a 58 ?

[bob-d]

James, I like the beautiful color combination, with the predominant  amount of white on the hood with the bronze band.  It epitomizes the classic 50’s  two tone look.
I also like the final shade of Holiday Bronze that Johnson used in 58 , before  deciding to paint the motors all white in 59.
The new font that was used with the gold lettering on the hoods for the 58 was great. In addition it was really the last year of the all metal motors before OMC  changed the hoods over to fiberglass.
The only negative drawback is the very uncomfortable  grip for the throttle which is shaped like a toy rocket with fins that can get a little uncomfortable after an hour of so.
James please note, these are only my  highly subjective views . There are plenty of other motors that look great. It just that I’m very partial to late 50’s OMC products.
Here is a picture of my 1958 10 HP that I restored.  The 18 will look similar.

Bob D

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[james hobson]

Couldn’t agree more your motors are a beautiful. The red and white are my favorite , What ones are electric start if any and what year. Thanks.

[frankr]

Of the red & white 15-18hp models, all were available with factory electric starting.  They would carry FDE-xx model numbers

[james hobson]

Hey guys I am looking for a 1958 jhonson 18 hp electric start red and mostly white any help appreciated. Also anyone know where I might find a carburetor for a 1956 FD 15 hp jhonson .

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