438959 0438959 Evinrude/Johnson Engine Cover (STB) | Genuine Used Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Evinrude Johnson Ficht Starboard Lower Engine Cowling - Part Number: 0438959

A genuine used OMC / BRP starboard-side lower engine cover for selected Johnson and Evinrude Ficht direct-injection outboard motors.

The moulded panel forms the right-hand side of the lower cowling assembly and works with the port panel, front and rear sections and upper cowling to enclose the powerhead.

⚙️ Key Features

• Genuine used Evinrude / Johnson starboard lower cowling
• Correct OEM part number 0438959
• Shortened reference 438959
• Designed for selected Ficht direct-injection engines
• Matching starboard panel for port cover 0438958

🚤 Compatibility

Commonly used on

• Johnson and Evinrude Ficht lower-cowling assemblies
• Direct-injection V4 and V6 outboards using the blue lower-cover design

Typically suits

• Engine models:
• Evinrude / Johnson Ficht 90HP
• Evinrude / Johnson Ficht 100HP
• Evinrude / Johnson Ficht 115HP
• Evinrude / Johnson Ficht 135HP
• Evinrude / Johnson Ficht 150HP
• Evinrude / Johnson Ficht 175HP
• Related 75HP and 105HP models where the parts diagram specifies 0438959
• HP Range: Approximately 75HP - 175HP
• Engine Type: Johnson / Evinrude Ficht direct-injection two-stroke outboard
• Side: Starboard / right-hand side when viewed from behind the engine
• Year Range: Approximately 1997-2001

🔌 Function

The starboard lower cover protects the engine's electrical, induction, fuel and mechanical components while forming the correct lower-cowling seal and airflow path.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Cover is cracked or split
• Mounting points are broken
• Panel sits out of alignment
• Cowling seal no longer contacts correctly
• Excessive engine noise escapes through a damaged panel
• Water or debris enters the lower cowling
• Paint and surface finish are heavily deteriorated

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

• 0438959 current original starboard-cover reference
• 438959 shortened OEM reference

OEM / Related Numbers

• 0438959
• 438959
• 0438958 matching port lower engine cover
• 438958 matching port lower engine cover
• Related lower-cowl seal, latch and mounting hardware

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

• No aftermarket equivalent

📦 Condition

• Genuine used part
• Starboard-side lower engine cover
• Removed from running engine where applicable
• In good working condition unless otherwise stated