‘60 evinrude 5.5hp carburetor settings( model 5520)

puffitu

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Hello all
Wanted to know a good starting point for setting carb after doing a carb kit; how many turns out on, other adjustments etc?? Thanks in advance
 

oldboat1

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Top needle (low speed) is 1 1/2 c.clockwise from lightly seated (clockwise). High speed is 1 turn open. Go leaner when looking for final settings using a clean carb.
 

puffitu

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Top needle (low speed) is 1 1/2 c.clockwise from lightly seated (clockwise). High speed is 1 turn open. Go leaner when looking for final settings using a clean carb.
Thank you-just what I was looking for..
 
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