1966 Johnson 6hp Prop Suggestions

[okstate18]

Quick question:

I have a 1966 Johnson 6hp that needs a new prop. I use it on a 11 foot Basshound, the typical load is 500-600 pounds. The only reason I am replacing it is because the one on it now is an old rotted plastic prop. Any suggestions appreciated! Thanks

[Basscaster]

I know we fall in love with our old motorized toys but I think you would be better to buy another old motor.. I just sold our old 1972 vacation ted Williams 7.5 for $150 2 years ago (maybe 50 hours) to a neighborhood guy. He could return it after week in Wis. For a $100. 50 buck rental. Just check Facebook and Craigslist and buy a good old mercury for $200 to $500. Lighter, more parts etc.. the new engine might be worth 100 bucks less when you sell it 5 years from now.. search those sites and maybe find a few local fishing clubs and attend and pass out flyers.. there are a bunch of great hardly used motors in fisherman's garages. 9.9's..

[ksubasser24]

I ran a 4 horse for years. Do some eBay searching and you can find some metal ones from back in the day. I always just used the plastic ones.

[High Tide]

Try Laing's Outboard Parts 1-800-463-9001

[okstate18]

Thanks y'all. I would love to get a higher hp motor, but the boat is only rated up to 7hp.

[mxmike]

http://solaspropellers.com/index.php...ts/prop-finder

[catchatoad]

http://https://www.boatid.com/solas-...1-083-08p.html

[The Arch]

My experience with with older pin drive rude/Johnson motors is to stick with factory props. Dont
go with a Michigan wheel that’s forsure