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    I think my choke is faulty. Please advise if so.

    I've got a 1979 Envinrude 55HP CD ignition. When starting, cold or warm, pressing the choke button and turning the key at the same time does not close the butterflys. Previous to this problem, when I presses the choke button, I could hear and see the butterflys going up and down with the...
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    What year is this Evinrude 15HP?

    Serial Number: F001070<br />Model Number: E15RLCIS<br /><br />And if anybody can help, was it a good engine? Going to use it as an aux for my 16 1/2 fibre boat. Thanks.
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    Pressure tested gearcase, is ok, but oil still turns milky.

    About a week ago, I changed my gearcase oil. Let it completely drain(overnight) and filled it up with good quality oil. I ensured everything was tight and I also put two new washers on the fill plugs. After I got back from the first outing(with new oil), I checked it and it was quite milky...
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    From this picture, can anybody tell me...

    From this picture, can anybody tell me the size(diammeter) of these orifices. It's a 1980 55HP 2 stroke envinrude. I've got a 1979 but probably the same.<br /><br /> http://www.boaterssupply.com/images/fiche/big/2815521280.GIF <br /><br />1. No. 9<br />2. No. 35<br />3. No. 37<br /><br...
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    Weight of an 8 HP & 9.9HP engine.

    Can anybody tell me whether the weight(generally speaking) of an 8HP engine and a 9.9HP engine are the same?
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    Another way to decarb your engine.

    Hi all,<br /><br />The normal way of decarbing an engine is to run some sort of engine cleaner through the carbs revving it slightly and then going WOT for 5 - 10 minutes...or something similar.<br /><br />Yesterday, I found out another way, apparently the "proper way" from a mechanic who's been...
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    Aux size for 15foot fiberglass boat?

    I'm after an aux motor for my 15foot fiberglass boat. The boat is a 79 model and probably weighs between 300-350kg I think. I'd be buying a secondhand two stroke 10-20 years old as I can't afford a new one.<br /><br />This boat is primarily used in "non tidal" seas and waves to 0.5 to 1.5...
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    From this geargase picture can you tell me..

    From the below link, can you tell me which part number\s I need to fix a water leak that I have in my gearcase? I think there's about 2 or 3 seals that I need, but not exactly sure.<br /><br />...
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    Spark Advance timing screw not working.

    The screw that controls the timing spark advance doesn't appear to be working. Motor is a 55HP Env. 79' model. Turning the screw clockwise or anitclockwise does nothing to the timing. Using a strobe light indicates that there is no movement whatsoever. After re-cleaning my carbs, I hadn't...
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    Water in Gear Case.

    After troubleshooting a particular problem for about a month, I have uncovered another. I have water leaking into my gear case.<br /><br />It's a 1979 55HP envinrude. I have read the chapter on gearcases in my manual but I would also like to ask where the most common place water would be...
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    Test Tank. Can I leave engine in it for a lengthy period.

    My 79 Envinrude 55HP has been sitting in a test tank filled with water for about 4 days now. I plan to let it sitting there for another 2 weeks while I carry out various tests. The motor will be started occassionaly. Even though marine motors are designed to sit in the water, is it safe to...
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    Flywheel Puller. Can one be made?

    I've got a 55HP 1979 Envinrude motor. Can I make my own Flywheel Puller for this engine? I think I have the necessary tools, but not sure how the puller works or what it's supposed to hold onto. Anybody care to explain what one looks like, how it is made and how it's used to pull off...
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    Carbs didn't look dirty! Is this normal?

    I've been having a problem with my envirunrude motor when engine is warm. Going from neutral into gear stalls the motor. When cold, it is fine. So I took the advise from this forum(and what a great forum this is!) and cleaned and rebuilt my carbs. After getting the rebuilt kit, I started to...
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    What year is this engine?

    55HP envinrude 2 stroke. Serial Number A345411. Apparently it is possible to know with this information. Thanks.
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    Stalling problem question.

    I've got a Envinrude 55HP 1979 two stroke engine with an ongoing stalling problem. <br /><br />My engine is fine and runs great in all gears and full speed when COLD. When the egine warms up though and I make my way back to the ramp back from a fishing trip these are my symptoms:<br /><br />1...
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