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    '56 Evinrude/Johnson Start Bracket Cost

    I have heard that these starter brackets cost a bit of money and are hard to find. I am going to look at an electric start '56 Johnson and just want to know how much this piece might add to it's value. I don't see where any have sold on ebay or http://www.aomci.org/. Just curious if any one...
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    Is it worth fixing up or should I abandon?

    Just got a '56 Evinrude Big-Twin. I didn't pay a lot for it and have done some looking over and cleaning while going through "Awakening a sleeping outboard; by BoatBuoy". After inspection I have found some issues with the motor and I need to know if it is worth continuing with repairs or if I...
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    My Evinrudes

    Just thought I would share with the community. I just love looking at pics of old motors. I picked up a 30hp 1956 Big Twin (pictured to the right) today ("Ran last time it was started") for $50 it came with gas tank and controls (good and working). Not sure if it was a good purchase. The...
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    Late 50's early 60's Evinrude/Johnson HP's?

    Does anyone know if these motors come in HP values above 35-40? I don't seem to see any that are in the 50hp to 60hp range for sale ever. I have seen the '56 Evinrude catalog which only has the Big Twin and Lark as it's largest HP motor (i believe 35hp).
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    Purchasing an Outboard Motor with out a test run?

    I have a question that I think I know the answer too, but I wanted to run it by everyone here. Please give me your input. I want to purchase an late 50's model ~35hp Evinrude/Johnson motor for my (new to me) 1959ish Alumacraft Deep C. I found one for sale that is a Late 50's Johnson 35hp...
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    1956 Evinrude Fastwin Gas/Oil Ratio

    Please help, I have scoured over posts, but can't find my gas to oil mix. The motor serial number is 15016-14092. I see gas to oil mix ratios for 18 hp fastwins, but not sure if it is the same for my 15hp Evinrude.
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