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    Where to get replacement spark plug wires for 1976 evinrude 4hp??

    align coils on bases otherwise they will rub on the flywheel. your fingernail should not snag going up or down the face of the base and coil if aligned properly !!! also critical is to tuck in the coil primary wires to the points away from the rotating cam
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    Spark plug recommendations for 1973 evinrude 65 triumph.

    me too
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    93 evinrude 25 hp primer

    is there a problem with the engine ??? or just commenting
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    Recoil pawl evinrude 25 hp

    arrow must line up when the cord is recoiled
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    Timing Retard

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    Etec evinrude 150

    if you look at the EMM side LED's in the running state (idle) and none of the LED's are ON indicating all sensors are OK (see manual) . it may very well be something simple... but it all depends how much you want to service your ETEC. let us know what the mecanic finds and find a...
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    Etec evinrude 150

    suggest you consult with the experts on the E-TEC user group and use the search utility . https://www.etecownersgroup.com/?forum=136485 Stalling.... have you at least done some basics like checking fuel filters and the sneaky one in the VST injector return hose . see manual...
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    Etec evinrude 150

    why in the world would you do that.... what is the issue with the motor you wish to fix ???? something to read..... any mixed oil would go directly into the cylinders and the innards would simply dry up ...
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    What percentage of value of motor do you replace? How much to spend on parts motor?

    much like the Ford PINTO burning up from crushed fuel tanks years ago damaging a high amperage battery seems pretty similar to a mini Chernobyl reaction under the car. Damaged cells generate heat hot enough to damage surrounding cells and on and on....and pouring water to extinguish...
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    What percentage of value of motor do you replace? How much to spend on parts motor?

    oldies are frequently if not always cheaper than the sales tax alone on a new engine so a few $$$ on parts isn't so bad. It is a self rewarding hobby. Great feeling to troll all day long of a fixed up fisherman or sportwin :-)
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    Where to get replacement spark plug wires for 1976 evinrude 4hp??

    15 feet 25$ ... 7mm copper wire https://www.amazon.ca/COPPER-CONDUCTEUR-MOTORCYCLE-IGNITION-Diameter/dp/B08287P2ZQ
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    What percentage of value of motor do you replace? How much to spend on parts motor?

    I have purchased oldies in the 3-15hp class over the past 15-20 years. all for less than $100 CDN - 75U$ In my area these summer motors don't get used much ... poor storage and lack of TLC is the killer. MostI ever spent was for coils condenser points if needed, oil for the GC , and...
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    Leaking 1972 25hp Johnson lower unit oil drain plug

    if real stuck you could wash down the openning with carb cleaner... apply a small donut shaped amount of JB Aluminum weld in the openning then ovelapping with a greased nylon seal and insert the greased oil screw . thigthen down the screw to flatted the JB donut and level the...
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    1976 evinrude 4hp fuel pump rebuild or replace with newer model

    older carb same issues http://www.leeroysramblings.com/OB%20carburetor_repairs.html
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    Where to get replacement spark plug wires for 1976 evinrude 4hp??

    most motorbike, chainsaws snowmobile shops have it and can sell you a few feet (4) around $2 a foot . had indicated it must be metallic strand core . automotive stuff is resistive and used to prevent RF noise in the A.M band but biker, snowmobiler etc... don't care autoparts stores...
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    Fuel hose connectors won't latch at Lower Cover.

    I did bend one last year and it worked ok the distance change resulting from the small modification did not impair the O ring's ability to seal the connection and the clip held OK
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    Fuel hose connectors won't latch at Lower Cover.

    take pliers and bend the tab out a weee bit
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    1994 Johnson 115hp, V4…Tilt Trim question?

    search UTUBES for assistance. you may find the road to happiness.
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    1969 25 Hp Johnny Rude/Kicker?

    thereyou go ...easy to do and accurate... if no meter a simple buzzer and battery will do or a simple bulb and battery will do ..... time of openning is more critical than point gaps. As a qwick fix..... some just adjust the gaps for 0.020 at the highest point of the cam lobe. if you...
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    1976 evinrude 4hp fuel pump rebuild or replace with newer model

    honestly.. .so far no issues came up with cheaper pumps ... up to you.... I did have some I questionned but in the end they were ok
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