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Hey folks,
I have a read a few threads on this subject but I wanted some more in put based on my project.
I have alot of built up grease in places and what is a a good cleaner along with elbow grease to use?
This motor is a 1961 CD-18 5.5 Johnson. It was originally white and it has chips and...
Hey Folks,
Well I have the 9.5 Evinrude how I like it so now I am on to a new project. I bought a 5.5 for 75 bucks.
My first question is can someone settle the fuel to oil mix ratio needed this particular motor has had a 50:1 I have read 24:1 so what is it?
Secondly I want to do some more...
As some of you know I rebuilt my carbs etc. In the can it runs great up to about 2/3 throttle then then lack of power is displayed. I feel confident my work is good, however I am now curious about the ignition etc part of the comp0nent. Any insight? Thanks Joel
Attention on deck!
As some of you know I have a 9.5 Evinrude. 1968. I have disassembled the tiller handle and on re assembly I am having difficulty getting the handle pinion gear in sync with the worm gear coming from the motor linkage. Any tricks?
Cadet Joel
Hi all,
I have started a carberator rebuild on my 1968 9.5 Evinrude. I am at the reassembly stage of the Leaf Block Assembly. Before disassembly all the leafs sealed correctly. I would hold them up to the light and see none creeping through. Upon putting the leafs and leaf stops on, with care...
Hey everyone I am new here my name is Joel and I just bought a 1968 9.5 Evinrude. I had one as a teenager and I joined this forum for the basic where do I get something how do I maintain it type questions. I look forward to interacting with you all.
