Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Some ass stole my friends 1970 johnson 25hp right off the back of the boat sitting in my canal.The cowling was painted all white with no decals or numbers on it, bottom was still original johnson green. If you see this motor or suspect that you see it please contact me directly at 1-289-231-4997, it is not worth a whole lot but we have countless hours of labour into the motor and my buddy is heartbroken that it is gone. I will give $100 if your help leads to the return of the motor. Thanks fellas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supercharged115 Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Sorry to hear about this...I had a 2005 Yamaha 8hp 4-stroke taken off my boat in the driveway a few years ago and the cops said..." not worth us going to look into it, its probably up in cottage country already"......go figure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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cheaptackle Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 I don't really wanna be a downer here but... Based on the descriptions including the fresh rebuild, it almost seems like it would be someone who knew the motor was A1 in spite of it's appearance. By that I mean it doesn't make sense that it was just happened upon, sounds more like it was targeted. I sincerely hope it's return is soon! Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 This is the only pic i could find, its a very noticeable motor i hope one of you sees it. Thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 They didnt even take the gas can!!! I mean how stupid do you have to be. There was tonnes of stuff to steal and they just took the motor. I feel it was targeted too but it just doesnt make sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 it doesn't make sense someone did it to piss you off or or it was vandalism and its sitting at the bottom of the canal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 I think some crackhead took it because the hood looked shiny, either way im gonna be watchin real close for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 i hope he gets it back i will keep my eyes open for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Thanks man, i appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherpete Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 That sucks man, I'll keep a look out in my travels Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Thanks pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carp Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Friend had an old 20 or 25 hp Johnson stolen from the same area, however, that was at least 15 or 20 years ago. He was an older guy who`s passed away now. Paid to keep the boat docked at the marina. Went up one day to go fishing and no motor on the boat. I`ll be up in cottage country for the next few days and will certainly keep an eye out for your buddy`s motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Had to be someone really stupid to take the chance of getting caught stealing a outboard motor that's 46 years old. Maybe a vintage loving nutcase.....LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 From what I have heard from a cop they end up at hunt camps and used for moose hunting and crossing lakes in the middle of nowhere ..... Or at boat stash places way up north ..... And true they are usually never seen again ... Here on the Kawarthas it's a regular occurrence and they will hit an area on a shoreline and move on .... I know several people that have had motors and stuff stolen over the years and they are never seen again .... That's the sad part most are never recovered I hope they get caught I have also heard of a guy who had his transom cut right out to take the motor ...... Unreal same with graphs and trolling motors lock them down for sure at least make it harder for them to get and hopefully make to much noise as well happens all too much for sure same for sleds and quads they just vanish ????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoePa Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 All the crook needs to do is get a spray can of paint and cover the white part of the motor - no way you gonna tell that this is the motor your looking for - I have one of those gadgets that lock the small outboard to the boat - in fact I tie everything down with a chain and lock - if someone has a mind to steal anything they are going to have to work for it - and hope that I don't see them stealing anything cause they'll get a face full of bear spray for their troubles = Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 I would consider both of us lucky that they were not caught in the act... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirCranksalot Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Not all scum floats on the water!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris.brock Posted July 24, 2016 Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 I'm north next week too, it's a long shot, but I'll keep an eye out. I really want to read a story where somebody catches one of these snakes. Me and my cottage friends are sick and tired of this crap. Meanwhile, the cops are boating around and chatting up chicks, and harassing the good guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallie Posted July 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 Thanks chris i appreciate the eyes, dont get me started on those marine fellas i live on simcoe after all... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smitty55 Posted July 24, 2016 Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 (edited) Guys, damn lowlifes are everywhere. Around here on the Head Pond there are two launches, one at Clay Bank and the other behind the Boeing plant. For at least the last two years fishermen have been getting ripped off. Last year it was trailer parts like spares, jack wheels etc. This year they have started breaking into vehicles too. They have it all planned with hand tools and even reciprocating saw this year to cut brackets.Two different vehicles, one as a lookout. It doesn't get much lower than this! These guys are scum of the earth. I'm a member of fish-hawk, and three members there have been hit, so who knows how bad it really is? Of course the cops know but...Thing is, even if they did ever get caught, chances are they wouldn't get much. What really needs to happen is a well thought out sting operation, followed by some good old fashioned country justice. That'd teach those buggers a proper lesson. Cheers Edited July 24, 2016 by smitty55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanD Posted July 24, 2016 Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 You guys are going to think this is a waist of time; but it works most times, to detur the thrives. Get one of those blinking red LED lights that is used along with automotive alarm systems. Drill a small hole through the engine cover to install it and connect to a battery feed. If the boat/motor doesn't have/use a battery, a small 9 volt is enough to power the light for weeks. I did this on my 23 foot house trailer and all my break ins stopped Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted July 24, 2016 Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 You guys are going to think this is a waist of time; but it works most times, to detur the thrives. Get one of those blinking red LED lights that is used along with automotive alarm systems. Drill a small hole through the engine cover to install it and connect to a battery feed. If the boat/motor doesn't have/use a battery, a small 9 volt is enough to power the light for weeks. I did this on my 23 foot house trailer and all my break ins stopped Dan Please post pics.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanD Posted July 25, 2016 Report Share Posted July 25, 2016 https://cdn.wwva.nl/Webshops/Live/autowaardbv/Products/Images/Large/3042_autowaardbv_0510020.jpg[\img] I don't have the trailer any more ; but here's a pic of the type of LED I used. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanD Posted July 25, 2016 Report Share Posted July 25, 2016 Sorry on my phone and not sure how to post pics from it? Google car alarm LED and you'll see the 2 wire (red&black) LED with a round black housing and round (1/8 ball shaped) lens. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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