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    Paint Question

    Where can I get factory original Paint for a 1978 Evinrude 85hp. Thank You
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    Water Circulation

    :confused: 1966 Chrysler 50hp model#50661. I have basically a mist coming out of the pee hole but there is plenty coming out of the snout on the back of the mid-leg. I think that I should be getting water flowing from the pee-hole, am I wrong? What would cause this and what should I be looking...
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    Fuel Pump Question

    Does anyone know where I can obtain the three valves in a fuel pump or a complete pump (not a pump kit) for a '66 Chrysler 50hp model # 50661 ? Thank You and happy Boating.
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    What makes the difference ?

    I have two boats and trailers . One trailer is a single axle and the other is a dual axle . It seems to me that the single axle waits to start a turn ( while backing ) and then tries to turn all at once . The dual axle turns much smoother which makes it be easier to control . What makes the...
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    1978 Evinrude 85hp --steering cable

    The steering cable froze in the motor mount hinge. I had to drive it out with a hammer and rod. I cleaned the hole that the steering cable goes through. The new cable won't slide through, It appears to be hitting on something. what do I need to do to get the cable to slide through ...
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    Who is from South Carolina ?

    I have been in S.C. for 65 years. I would like to meet more S.C. people that would't be too far away to see once in a while. Don't get me wrong, I like people from all over this great country of ours. I like boats,fishing,aviation and anything that I can use my hands to work on. I have three...
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    Tilt/Trim Newbie

    I acquired a T/T unit from someone that said it would fit on my 1978 Evinrude 85hp, but, I can't figure out the mounting. I need help on how it mounts to the engine. Pictures would be great. Thanks for any help.
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    1978 Evinrude 85hp TnT

    I obtained a '78 85hp rude and the PO threw in a tilt n trim unit. I have no idea how to mount the TnT. Could someone PLEASE post pictures of how to mount it between the transom and engine ? Thank You :confused:
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    1966 50hp Chrysler model # 50661

    Three Questions : 1 >> Which cylinder is # 1 ? The top one (I think). 2 >> What is the torque on the head bolts and is there a special sequence ? I need a manual on this motor . Which one is best ?
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    Electrical Help Needed

    I have a 1966 50HP Chrysler. It had battery ignition (points, condensers and coils). The rectifier has multiple plates and three wiring lugs. The stator has three wires coming from it, all three appear to be white in color. Can someone tell me where to hook the three wires to ? Thank You very...
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    Stator Connections

    I have a 1966 Chrysler model # 50661 . It has three wires coming from the stator ( all white ) . It has the plate type rectifier . Can someone tell me where to hook these wires ? Thank You Richard P.S. I have looked at wiring diagrams, but, they don't show it clearly.
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    Too much money & hp, Too little brain. (long)

    :eek::eek: My Grandson and went fishing early one morning in my 15ft boat with a 50hp outboard. When we left home the weather was great, but, when we arrived at the lake, a thick fog had developed over the water. I should have waited for it to clear ,but, I didn't. I hugged the shoreline...
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    Stator Question

    I have a 1966 50hp Chrysler model 50661. It has battery ignition (points & condensers). The previous owner disconnected the three wires going to the stator. Can someone tell me where to hook them up to ? This motor has the rectifier with multiple plates. Thank You
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    Just an Idea on cleaning carburetor passages!

    I had an idea on how to clean the small passages on carburetors. I have used this on weed eater, moped, auto and boat carbs. I went to walmart and purchased guitar strings for about $6.00. In the package are sizes to fit most passages. Of course it works better in conjunction with carburetor...
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    Carburetor Cleaning Tip

    I am sure that others have found that this works. It sure did for me. Wal Mart sells electric guitar strings for about $6:00. I spray all passages and jets inside the carb with carb cleaner. Then i run guitar strings through the passages and jets. Follow this with more carb cleaner and then blow...
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