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  1. oregonmike

    1965 40hp Evinrude

    Greetings, Ok, here's hoping someone has some pointers... Have a 1965 40hp Twin Evinrude, with a non-rebuildable fuel pump (tested per service book no leaks). Newer rebuilt lower. Turns over great, new spark plugs. Rebuilt carb with no leaks, holds fuel, electric choke works, fuel line build...
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    Evinrude Marine Battery

    I have a 1965 40hp Evinrude Model #40553, and am wondering if i can get a deep cycle marine battery or does this type of outboard charge back to the batter during operation? Thanks, Mike
  3. oregonmike

    1961 Wooden "Restore"

    Greeting All, My cousin and are are contemplating a few things on a 15-16' foot wooded boat that my uncle built back around 1961. It was last used in '92 and has been sitting under storage ever since. We would like to get it back in useable condition as others doubt our ability or the boats...
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    1965 40hp Evinrude - - Lower Unit

    We have a 1965 40hp Evinrude Model #40553, and are wondering how much gear oil and of what type to use for the lower unit. Thanks, Mike
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    1999 25hp 2 stroke

    Hello, I am looking at buying a 99 25hp 2 stroke used. The seller says he thinks it he ran regular gas instead of the mix through it, and knows one of the bottom pistion is scored. Are these both issues easily fixed or to cost prohibitive. Also has no tiller handled as it was set up for...
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    Transducer Installation ??

    This may be a dumb question: I was researching transducer installation on some of the previous threads and came across this idea by mattttt25: "cut a small piece of starboard, 1/2" thick, and mount the transducer to that. then use 4200 or 5200 to mount the whole thing to your hull. no holes in...
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    Installing Navigation Lights

    I recently (fall of ?07) purchased a 15? 1996 Smokercraft Alaskan Split-Seat boat and am investigating installing Navigation Lights. Living in Oregon and planning on using the boat for crabbing in the bays as well as routine fishing in the nearby lakes, reservoirs and rivers; I have come to the...
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    Minn Kota Endura ??

    I'm looking at getting a Minn Kota Endura electric motor for my boat. I have a 1996 15" Smoker Craft Split Seat Alaskan and need to detrim which Minn Kota to get. I'm looking between the Endura 36lbs ($159) or the Endura 40lbs ($173) thrust. I do have a newer honda 9.9 on the boat which is...
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    Outboad Locks

    I am searching for information on how best to protect your outboard while out boating or docked. I want to get a lock for it as to lock it to the boat. Doing some general internet searches I have come acrossed a few different ways but they all seam to have mixed reviews. Does anyone here use a...
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    Evinrude Fasttwin 15hp

    Looking for a year for a Evinrude Fasttwin 15 hp outboard. Serial/Model # 15016-11548. Also need a brief education of the reason for two line/fuel tank, one says air one say fuel, not to knowledgeable about them, i'm use to one fuel line with bulb. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks :)
  11. oregonmike

    Honda 9.9hp

    Looking at gettting a 1997 Honda 4 Stroke 9.9hp. It's price tag is $1500, and i know new they are closer to $2400. Is this a good price? Not sure how much value they hold over time. Any thoughts? Thanks :)
  12. oregonmike

    Clinton/Sea King ID

    Trying to identify a year/hp for what is believed to be a Sea King by Clinton motor. The Clinton identification plaque reads: Model No. 17001106b Serial No. 366576 Type 6027007r Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
  13. oregonmike

    Fiberglass Boat Ballast?

    New to boating and recently acquired an aprox 15? Fiberglass 1960 ?Highway? (brand) boat. When we tipped it up on the trailer we noticed it was full of water between the floor and bottom of the boat. The floor is sound as well as the bottom, being new to fiberglass boats we are not sure if...
  14. oregonmike

    Evinrude 9.9hp Parts

    I have a 1975 9.9hp Evinrude Model # 10554C. Runs great, unfortunately the Idle Speed Knob on the right side behind the throttle has recently broke. It's the black adjustable portion that sticks outside the engine and hold the whole part together. Does anyone know where I might locate this part?
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