12 HP Elgin

[luv2b0at]

I was talking to a VFW comrade of mine regarding a couple outboard motors I was recently able to repair (thanks to some help from others on this forum, thank you.). He said I caould have an old Elgin motor he had stored for the last 30 years. It's a 12 hp 2 cylinder. He stores it properly. I was able to get it to sputter and run for a second or two, but that's all. I removed the carb, cleaned it and replaced it. It looks fine. I checked the diaphragm and it is very stiff. After the carb change, it's still the same. I have gotten it to run for 10 to 20 seconds but only if I butterfly the throttle. It is pumping water fine and it is not overheating. I am sure it's the fuel pump.

I guess my question is, where can I find the serial number so I can order some parts if any are available. There are part numbers all over the thing, but I cannot find a serial number.

If I can get it running reliably, is there any special value to this motor?

 

[luv2b0at]

Re: 12 HP Elgin

After reading a couple other posts, I found the serial number on the tiller. I have attached a photo of the tag.

Where can I go for parts.

Thanks,

 

[steelespike]

Re: 12 HP Elgin

If it is the pump you may be able to get it to run by continuing to squeeze the primer bulb.Is the tank vent open?
I believe that is a 57 built by West Bend.Became Chrysler circa 65,became Force circa 85. Its possible early Chryslers share parts.You might try the Chrysler crew for parts and info. It appears it is not a 3 line pump but if no luck finding one you could probably adapt it to a 3 line pump.
You might ask at www.aomci.org someone may know of parts or a replacement.

 

[F_R]

Re: 12 HP Elgin

The fuel pump won't keep it from running at least a minute or so. The pump is shot though (stiff diaphragm). Support our host, get your Chrysler pump kit right here at iboats.
http://www.iboats.com/mall/partfind...&gd_poid=112434&gd_row=1&**********=113286071

 

[luv2b0at]

Re: 12 HP Elgin

Any suggestions on where to go from here then? If I pump the bulb, the motor will start and run for 20 to 30 seconds. If I continue to pump the bulb after start, it doesn't help it to run any longer.

How far out should I turn the mix screws on the front of the carb?