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    1983 Evinrude E40RWLCTR 40 hp pull starting

    Hey all, So I have a 1983 Evinrude E40RWLCTR 40 HP which is currently on a stand in my garage which may be the issue. How the h do you pull this thing over? I've had 5 people try, since I have very bad shoulders, and it is impossible. Maybe the stand is the issue losing leverage? Being a 2...
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    I didn't know that the last character didn't matter. New to this boat motor thing. Thanks for the help.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    I cannot find model E40RWLCTA anywhere online. :-(
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Agreed. I was just happy to not see any heavy grooves or ridges.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    I didn't take the covers off yet. I bore scoped it. The motor is outside on the boat still, I am waiting for help to get it on a stand and into the garage before tearing it open.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    The bores are amazing. Full cross hatch. Zero grooves. I am impressed.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Compression results. 90 on the top cylinder and 64 on the bottom. Hasn't ran in forever so the rings may be stuck some.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Do you have a model to refer to for a coil at least? Maybe I'll pull the one off and see if I can find any numbers on it and cross reference.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    I am that guy. I've brought so many oldies back to life, I cannot count. So rewarding.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    And why doesn't the Evinrude site itself not recognize my model? You mentioned it being a commercial motor. What does that mean exactly?
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Yeah? Where can I find one and parts?
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    That is my plan tomorrow. Bore scope and compression test. Let you know the findings tomorrow. THANK YOU
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    I am in the US, Michigan
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Here are pictures. Is it even worth trying to revive? Fyi, I bought the boat, motor, trolling motor, brand new trailer for $100! Needs all cabling and wiring replaced but...
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Got it. Condition or history completely unknown. It was last registered in 2013 according to the tag on the boat itself.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Wow you all are an amazing help already. I'll get pictures momentarily. It needs a coil cuz it is missing one. lol Carb, maybe just a rebuild just due to how long it may have sat. I have a nice ultrasonic cleaner here. Water pump impeller eh? Interesting. I'll get pictures and post them.
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Positive now that it is an I
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    Evinrude 40 HP WorkTwin Question

    Hello all, Newbie here. And also a newbie boat owner. I picked up a project boat because I love projects and always wanted to customize my own fishing boat. I've been working on small engines, marine and automotive engines almost my entire life. Well, it came with an Evinrude WorkTwin 40 HP...
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