February 21, 1964

Dealer Letter #112

SUBJECT: MODEL MQ (9½ HP) MOTOR COVER

Gentlemen:

We have found that if a Motor Cover is switched from one 9½ engine to another, it's probable that the Motor Cover latching hook (rear) will have to be re-adjusted after the swap - since each of these hooks are adjusted at the factory for the particular cover that is shipped with the motor.

Because it's minor adjustments such as this that add up to increased shop operational costs, we thought it would be a good idea to pass this information along to our dealers. To save time and money, therefore, if you have two or more 9½ HP motors in stock at one time, attempt to keep the Motor Covers on the engines with which they were received.

In the event cover adjustment is necessary, merely loosen the bolt which holds the latching hook to the exhaust housing cover - moving the hook down slightly if the cover is loose, or moving the hook up a bit if the cover latching knob is too hard to turn.

Sincerely,

JOHNSON MOTORS

Robert Compton

Administrative Assistant

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