What does SPL mean on a outboard motor?
The SPL or “Special” line of OMC outboard motors were merely non-VRO versions of the recreational line of outboards. They were meant to be sold for less money because they had fewer bells and whistles.
How much does a Johnson 48 SPL weight?
This 48 horsepower Johnson outboard, manufactured in 1988, is a saltwater model. The engine weight is recorded at 186 lbs.
Is the OMC 88spl outboard a good motor?
The 88spl is one of the most tried and true designs OMC made during its tenure. As with any used outboard, maintenence is the key, make all of the necessary checks of the motor before purchase and I am sure you will not be disapointed. They are a great motor.
Can you get Pt & t on a Johnson 88 Special?
The 88SPL was a 90 on which PT and oil injection were not standard equipment. It was every bit as reliable as the 90. That made the base price lower. You could order PT and oil injection but had to pay extra.
Are there any electric motors made by Johnson and Evinrude?
Yes, the Spl. line of motors produced by Evinrude and Johnson were “cheaper” versions of the regular line of motors, they always did not have power t&t or oil injection and some of the other “bells and whistles” of the other motors, but they were basically the same crossflow design from the mid 1970’s.
Is the 88spl on the back of a sea pro?
Had a 1992 88spl on the back of a 17ft sea pro center console. One of the best motors I’ve ever dealt with. Only had to replace water pump and defectors under the heads, and thermostats. Never had to touch the carbs within 7 years of owning it.
The 88spl is one of the most tried and true designs OMC made during its tenure. As with any used outboard, maintenence is the key, make all of the necessary checks of the motor before purchase and I am sure you will not be disapointed. They are a great motor.
The 88SPL was a 90 on which PT and oil injection were not standard equipment. It was every bit as reliable as the 90. That made the base price lower. You could order PT and oil injection but had to pay extra.
Yes, the Spl. line of motors produced by Evinrude and Johnson were “cheaper” versions of the regular line of motors, they always did not have power t&t or oil injection and some of the other “bells and whistles” of the other motors, but they were basically the same crossflow design from the mid 1970’s.
Had a 1992 88spl on the back of a 17ft sea pro center console. One of the best motors I’ve ever dealt with. Only had to replace water pump and defectors under the heads, and thermostats. Never had to touch the carbs within 7 years of owning it.