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    an old impeller

    Howdy folks, I just took off the lower unit for my 1958 Evinrude fastwin 18 to change the impeller.<br /><br /> What i found was the impeller that was last put on about 15 years ago. The engine was never run, and i cannot find any cracks to indicate bad rubber. its still juicy, seems like...
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    Changing a 1958 18hp impeller

    I have a 1958 evinrude fastwin 18hp, and am trying to remove the lower unit to change the water pump impeller. I unbolted the lower unit, and unbolted the shift rod connector. According to the Seloc manual, all i am supposed to do is slowly work it out. I cannot get any more off than what...
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    Carb questions

    I opened up the my fastwin engine today, only to find that the open parts of the carb seem comlpletely clean! <br /><br />I know that the last time it was run, they switched it over to a fuel injection system, and it hasnt been used since.<br /><br />Is there a different carburetor for fuel...
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    Mud Daubers!!!

    OK, folks. I have just opened up my motor, and i was shocked to find mud dauber nests almost everywhere inside!! I was wondering if anyone knows of a way to remove the nests, without hurting the paint.
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    The day is finally here!

    Well, folks, the day for me is finally here! I am going to buy my first project boat this weekend! I should be all set with the right tools to get the trailer moving again, and I'm more excited than ever!<br /><br />I have learned so much from this forum, and i hope to learn even more when i...
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    Which Manual should i buy for my outboard?

    Howdy folks.<br /><br />I am going to buy from iboats, so please dont tell me that they are here( i already know that!). :) <br /><br />My question is whether to buy the clymer evinrude manual or the seloc. The info for each is roughly similar, so i cant make an educated decision on which...
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    Pray-on Oven Cleaner!

    Howdy.<br /><br />I just found out from talking to a neighbor that using spray-on oven cleaner will clean a carbeurator right up. Is this common knowledge?<br /><br />I was also told that with this stuff, you should use gloves as this stuff is caustic. Polypropalene and polyethylene are both...
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    Evinrude Contact info?

    I have look through the evinrude website, and have been unable to find any contact information. Any suggestions? :confused:
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    How can I contact Evinrude?

    I've looked through the website, but haven't been able to find contact information. Anyone know of one?
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    Where can I find a quality custom boat cover?

    I have never bought one before, so I don't know the difference between brands and material. It's going to be on a 1950's Lone Star Malibu.<br /><br />Also, would it be best to make a cover from scratch, or buy one?
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    Old Lone Star boat

    I am about to gain possession of my grandfather's old boat. i know the boat was made by Lone Star Boat Company in Grand Prairie, Texas. It was bought in the 50's, and is a riveted hull. I was wondering if anyone knew if the company was still in business. Also, i was wondering if, since it is a...
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    Evinrude Fastwin 18 hp

    I am about to get my grandfather's old boat. Its a Lone Star 16' v-bottom boat. It also has an Evinrude Fastwin Eighteen motor. i was wondering if anyone could tell me the year of it. the serial # is 1502402569. And I was also wondering if anyone could suggest a good Repair manual. I've never...
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