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    Low RPM's at max throttle '87 Merc 115

    I've been in the trenches with a '59 Evinrude 50hp, so this Mercury has been a dream. Starts right up and runs pretty well. I got the motor after it had been sitting in a garage for 10 years. Did some simple work on it, changing plugs, spraying some Seafoam in carbs and cylinders, etc. All...
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    question regarding Evinrude 10hp conversion from pressure tank to single line

    Hello, I am converting my '59 Evinrude to a singleline. I am basically following this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtG4M7ye1N8. I am using one of the simple Mikuno fuel pumps Just double checking on two points: 1. I only need to fill the small channel going into the right cylinder in...
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    lower unit oil screws not flush with exterior

    I replaced my drain screws on the lower unit with newer hex screws. The previous screws had been missing their washers, which may have been contributing to water getting in the lower unit. With the washers, the drain screws, especially the lower one, are not flush with the exterior. My engine is...
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    adjusting gear linkage on '59 starflite

    Hello, I have resurrected my '59 50hp starflite. Now trying to integrate it into my current Glasspar boat that it belongs to. I am needing to adjust the gear linkage so that the remote control can pull it into forward. I have adjusted the screw that connects the remote control to the gear...
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    1959 Evinrude starflite 50hp. water leaking into lower unit. Which seals to replace?

    Hello, I have a 1959 50hp that i have been restoring(and learning about). I have redone the ignition system, cleaned and rebuilt the carburetor, and the fuel filter. The engine is running well, but now i am to the lower unit leaks. I got the classic milky oil on some pretty new oil, so i got a...
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    1959 Evinrude 50hp ignition trouble. magneto/switch?

    Hello, I apologize if this has been answered elsewhere. I looked in the FAQ's of engine repair, and didn't see anything that applied to this old of engines. I am diving into an old 1959 Evinrude Starflite 50 HP. I have what seems to be a working Magneto, points seem OK, new plugs and cables. I...
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    switch wiring/starting issues 1959 Evinrude/magneto

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