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    Crank Bearings

    I'm rebuilding an 89 40HP VRO evinrude twin. After tear down the problem was a badly scored #2 cylinder. Likely culpret was the VRO unit. The mach-shop was able to bore to .020 and I ordered a rebuild kit from powerheadkit.com. Nice folks.<br /><br />They supply a new lower crank bearing, but...
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    40HP VRO rebuild: Buy or DIY

    40HP VRO rebuild: Buy or DIY Well my 1989 Evinrude 40 VRO has had it. Lost compression in one cylinder and rapping. The question is whether to buy a rebuilt powerhead, or buy a rebuild kit and do it myself. <br /><br />The only part of the process that concerns me is the need for any special...
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    40HP rapping noise

    I have a metallic rapping noise comming from the engine. Most noticable at medium rpm or decelleration.<br /><br />Any ideas on Diagnosing?<br /><br />Runs ok. Idle a little weak. Stalls occasionally. Runs well other than that.<br /><br />poncho
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