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    1998 40hp Merc with no Spark

    It has been a long time since I have been on this site and in the outboard scene. I am normally a OMC guy, but It seems that I now have a merc that has fallen in my lap to repair. I love the new forum lay out, the search is much better than it used to be. I dont seem to be getting any spark...
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    Replacing the sound blanket

    I am in need of replacing the sound blanket on the cover of my motor. Mine is old and falling apart, and leaves lil yellow dust bunnies everywhere. I dont run it with the cover on in fear of sucking up that stuff into the carbs. I would like to replace it, I am going to rip it all out, so I can...
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    63 Evinrude Tilt/Trim kit?

    I finally got my boat up and running, I even got to take it for a short test spin in my tank(pond) on my property. I will try to get video tomorrow One thing, I was wondering is if I could get a tilt/trim kit for my motor? It would make things a lot easier. Plus it would be nice to have. 63...
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    It runs!!! YEAAAA

    I just wanted to let you guys know that I got my 63 Evinrude Speedifour up and running last night! It was a great feeling. I couldnt have done it without help from you guys here on the fourm. Look at those carbs bling I found my next project motor while looking for parts at a local evinrude...
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    Few Questions On a 63 Evinrude 75hp

    I have a couple of questions that I havent been able to find looking in my manual and here on the forum. Its a 1963 Evinrude Speedifour 75hp Model# 75352 My questions are: 1) What is the correct oil mixture ratio 2) How much PSI should I have 3) My engine rocks back and forth a lil in the...
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    How hard is it to Re Sleeve a Kawa 650

    I need to replace the sleeve in my 88 Kawasaki 650. I have a new set of wiseco pistons Stock bore, but the inside of cylinder one looks like poop! The machine shop here in town said they wont touch 2 stokes, due to the diffuculty of aligning it right. I didnt trust him though got that vibe. So...
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    1963 Evinrude Speedifour 75hp ignition?

    This is my first post! I am in the process of rebuilding this 63 Evinrude Speedifour I found on my property. This is only my second outboard to work on, I mostly stick with the jetskis. I m not getting any spark, so when I knew I had to redo the points it made me think, I wonder if they have...
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