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    Rookie needs help with 5.5 Evinrude carb

    I just rebuilt the carb on my 1961 Evinrude Fisherman. It seemed simple enough and it was necessary. The old cork float was a mess. But, it used to run, now it does not. I have pulled it back out and re-checked the float. That is in right as far as I can tell. I did attach the little spring to...
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    1961 ERude Fisherman Pull cord

    I pulled the starter cord out of my motor tonight, 5 miles from my car:eek: Lucky for me I was in the Erie Canal and close to the road. How hard is it to replace the cord? Are there instructions somewhere? I have never been good at replacing starter cords. Can I rewind it, do I need a new...
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    Evinrude Fisherman 5.5 Fuel

    I recently acquired SN 5522 which I am assuming to be a 1961 motor. I was told to mix 50 to 1 gas/oil. However, I read here somewhere that this motor should be 25 to 1 mix. What is it? Also, I know a big goose egg about boat motors. I would appreciate links to the best place for parts, manuals...
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