Evinrude 60hp tips

[Brenda NZ]

Model E60TLCRE serial A389476 made in Bankstown NSW Australia. How old is this engine and was it a good or bad year. Any tips on maintenance or problems for this model. thank you from New Zealand.

 

[ob]

Re: Evinrude 60hp tips

Brenda, Your motor is a 1984 model 60hp rude w/ short shaft ,trim and tilt electric start.I owned a 1983 model 60 hp.There are no inherent problems with this motor if maintained well.

 

[Brenda NZ]

Re: Evinrude 60hp tips

thanks ob for that prompt answer. I thought it was older than that. As a 1st time outboard owner I am rapt i found this site and appreciate any tips. awesome.

 

[Jack Shellac]

Re: Evinrude 60hp tips

Welcome, Brenda NZ. Let me suggest that the first thing you do is to buy a manual for your motor. You can get them from iboats or the manufacturer. You have a good, dependable motor if it's maintained properly and the manual is a good place to start learning.

 

[Brenda NZ]

Re: Evinrude 60hp tips

thanks. i had some problems today. when idling it was fine but when i put it in gear it was stalling. hence finding this forum. i will heed your advice and get a manual now i know what year it is.

 

[ob]

Re: Evinrude 60hp tips

Brenda , Sounds like problem you are having is symptom of carburetors in need of cleaning or linkage out of adjustment.A good manual will walk you through the procedure for both and familiarize you with the specifics of your particular motor.Gummed carburetor jets and porting are among the most common problems faced with outboards that are not used on a regular basis or are not "off seasoned" prepared properly to prevent such.

 

[Brenda NZ]

Re: Evinrude 60hp tips

awesome. thanks for your help.