1994 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 40 thru 55 Service Manual, Page 341Get this manual
If Boat Plate shows u.sCO AST GUARD
CAPAC ITY INFORMATI.ON MAX HP MAX PERSONS MAX WE IGHT
use Only Or Smaller!
When Rigging or Fixing any boat if transom looks Weak, tell the owner If transom is Curved, motor may come Loose Mount on Flat Surface only Use Shims to make surface flat
Use Bolts, Nuts, and Washers sent with Motor They're usually Special won't Rust or Weaken