For example, engines manufactured from 1980 to the present, have a two letter code (based on a key) at the end of the model number, that indicates the year they were produced. Based on year ranges, engine year information is found differently. Johnson has used an engine's model number to indicate year of production in different ways over the years. The label can usually be found on the engine or its mounting bracket. The motor's model number is also marked on the nameplate, usually just below the serial number. The label that usually contains the serial number is also called a nameplate. Mercury outboard parts Mercury outboard repair manuals. For most Honda equipment, the base model number is on the starter cover, the engine cowling or another prominent location on the frame. If you look about halfway down your Johnson's starboard side, you might see a metal plate with the serial number that contains code. Someone will eventually ask you to identify your Johnson outboard. The pre-1997 motors seem to be difficult to determine but from one image I saw online it may be a 1980 model although the serial doesn't seem to fit that number range. The serial stamped on the side says B100-1201300. An outboard motor on the back of a boat is raised out of the water. I recently got a steal on a 14' with trailer and a 10hp B100 Honda Motor to use for skinny waters.
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The serial number on a Johnson outboard motor indicates the year that the engine was manufactured. Model HP Model Number Year 3 Serial: A856377 - ALL 4 42F4A - 42FX4A 1984 4 42X4A - 42XC4A 1984 4.