antique neptune outboard

Motor guy

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Hello i have a antique neptune outboard. I would like to get it running but first i have to know year,hp,and a place to get parts. the model # is (1181) and seral is (50359) any help would be appresciated. Thanks,Cade
 

steelespike

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Re: antique neptune outboard

A detailed description or a picturec would help.
Caille built A bargin line from 1917-1925 called Neptune.
There was also a Neptune from Muncie Gear Works comencing circa 1930
Most common was their 17lb 1.7 hp. I don't find your numbers associated with any of these though my info is very skimpy.
 

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Re: antique neptune outboard

Oh sory the model number is (11b1) by muncie gear works. i have found some info but not much.1.5 hp,1941 and thats it. If anyone has any more info it would be appreciated. Thanks,Cade
 

Tom @ Buzzard Bluff

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Re: antique neptune outboard

Hello i have a antique neptune outboard. I would like to get it running but first i have to know year,hp,and a place to get parts. the model # is (1181) and seral is (50359) any help would be appresciated. Thanks,Cade

Start here:

Awakening a sleeping outboard

<http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=158086>

EDIT: IIRC Doug Penn bought out all remaining Neptune parts stocks so give him a shout when you figure out what you need. He is a gentleman and a pleasure to do business with in my experience.

<http://penn.itgo.com/>
 

Motor guy

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Re: antique neptune outboard

I emailed him and to my surprise he had the parts i needed.=)
 

tmcalavy

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Re: antique neptune outboard

Bob's your uncle...or rather, Doug's your uncle.
 

steelespike

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Re: antique neptune outboard

2/3 of a pint per gallon. originally J11J plug at .025,points set at .015.
 

Motor guy

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Re: antique neptune outboard

I need to know one more thing what to use in the lower unit. It says to use grease not oil ,and i dont know what kind grease to use. What grease to use?
 

tmcalavy

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Re: antique neptune outboard

Sorry, Bob's your uncle is Australian for...There you go! Trying to make a pun. Use Lubriplate 105 white engine assembly grease in that old Neptune's lower unit...check at auto parts stores. One tube will last you a long time.
 

Motor guy

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Re: antique neptune outboard

ok i has been a while since i have messed with this neptune but it will backfire but not start
 

Steve A W

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Re: antique neptune outboard

Check the flywheel key and the points setting.
I'm no expert, but thats where I would start.
Good Luck
Steve A W
 
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