What are they thinking ???

Richard from SE AZ · Mar 26, 2017

I have an old Johnson Seahorse 4 HP boat motor that I haven't used in years and I want to start using it again this summer. I need 2 Champion 5861 Spark plugs for it so I went to the old stand-by ebay. One site had a set of 8 for $251.11, another site had a set of 8 for $199.74 !!!!!!! What are they made of ??? I ordered a set of 2 for $5.99 with free shipping.

Bob · Mar 26, 2017

About like this deal... I need 2 little stainless steel cover latches for a Carlon electrical equipment/junction box, simple and not very big, Carlon #SSLS.

They clip over a plastic "nub" on the box and latch the cover shut.
Photo is like TWICE actual size.

<img src = "http://www.ideadigitalcontent.com/files/12055/ID-PIC-ssll_cl1.jpg">

$55 to $120 EACH, on-line (anybody know of a more reasonable source?)

Two Dogs · Mar 26, 2017

Yes, Ebay. I bought a few a year ago and they were only a couple of dollars including shipping. TDF

Bret4207 · Mar 26, 2017

(quoted from post at 16:09:31 03/26/17) I have an old Johnson Seahorse 4 HP boat motor that I haven't used in years and I want to start using it again this summer. I need 2 Champion 5861 Spark plugs for it so I went to the old stand-by ebay. One site had a set of 8 for $251.11, another site had a set of 8 for $199.74 !!!!!!! What are they made of ??? I ordered a set of 2 for $5.99 with free shipping.

Well, they could be lie some of the guys I see selling chainsaws on Ebay that think anything that might possibly be considered an antique automatically requires moving that decimal point a few places to the right.....

retired farmer · Mar 26, 2017

They look like the battery box latches used on a Versatile 276 loader tractor. Ford New Holland dealer.

Bob · Mar 26, 2017

As of last night, I didn't see any reasonable on ebay. I need that specific part #, as they clip or "dovetail" to the box, no screws are used.

Jaden · Mar 26, 2017

Bob; Google "Draw Latches". Look under images and compare pictures. Numerous choices.

JF in MI · Mar 26, 2017

I have a neighbor working on a Franklin aircraft engine. Some parts still available from Poland. Requires 8 spark plugs at $50 each.

Jeff NWOH · Mar 26, 2017

I believe it's something to do with not wanting to cancel their listing if they are out of stock or on vacation or something. I've seen other ridiculous prices like that and the listing will say 150 of them sold. If you look at the previous sales, the price will be more or less in line with what other sellers are getting.

Steve@Advance · Mar 26, 2017

I see that a lot on Ebay.

I guess some people throw that out there, hoping someone will bite. Some cleverly disguise it as $2.99 + $399 shipping! There is one regular seller that specializes in electronics. They are competitively priced on their big ticket items, but they also sell small components with a BIG minimum! Order one 50 cent item, they make up the rest in ridiculous shipping charges! Always beware!

But a side note on your little outboard...

Might want to pop the flywheel and take a look at the coils. They are known for cracking from old age. Once cracked the spark will be weak, hard to start, quick to foul plugs. Years ago they could be bought at the auto supply, I suspect someone is still supplying them aftermarket.

Those were great little motors! Hope you will cherish it and keep it running!

Den N Ms · Mar 26, 2017

Bob ,Check here.
Latches

wisbaker · Mar 27, 2017

McMaster-Carr is a source for latches and other hardware, reasonable prices and quick service

Alan K · Mar 27, 2017

Ive seen 6" vice grips for about $100 and other items that are listed at $40 or $50 for the most part, listed at $999.00 Ebay had to change their policy on shipping as there were some that would list something at (for example) $5.00 and $25 shipping. Then they would only be paying a selling fee for $5.00. Now fees are on total (selling and shipping).

Bret4207 · Mar 27, 2017

(quoted from post at 18:18:14 03/26/17)
But a side note on your little outboard...

Might want to pop the flywheel and take a look at the coils. They are known for cracking from old age. Once cracked the spark will be weak, hard to start, quick to foul plugs. Years ago they could be bought at the auto supply, I suspect someone is still supplying them aftermarket.

Those were great little motors! Hope you will cherish it and keep it running!

Yup, I have a Johnson like that with the bad coils. Gotta get around to fixing it someday....

timcasbolt · Mar 27, 2017

Looks like a link-lock. Take a look here and see if you can find the one you need: https://www.southco.com/en-us/k2-k3-k4-k5.

TomH in PA · Mar 27, 2017

Just curious - what year is that motor? I thought all those old Johnnyrudes took either J4 or J6 plugs.

Slowpoke · Mar 27, 2017

McMaster-Car seems to have the turn to close latch.

Richard from SE AZ · Mar 28, 2017

I'm pretty sure it is a 76. I just went with what it had when I bought it with an old Larson boat. If I'm using the wrong plugs please let me know.

TomH in PA · Mar 28, 2017

Looks like a J6 to me.

Most old outboards you buy will have the wrong plugs in them. People stick whatever they have on hand, usually from a lawnmower or motorcycle - completely wrong for a 2 stroke motor.
1976 Johnson 4hp

Richard from SE AZ · Mar 29, 2017

Thank You TomH in PA. I appreciate the heads up.

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