1952 evinrude 3 hp

[brim_buster]

My manual goes back to 65 and says 50:1 fuel mix and SAE 90 foot oil for these. Im restoring one and does any one know if thats correct by chance?
Thanks guys

 

[wrench 3]

I know that the powers to be say to use 50:1 mix all the way back, but it bothers me using that lean a mix in the older ones with bushings instead of bearings. So I use 32:1. That's still half as much as when they were new.
Any of the newer 90 weight marine gear lubs should work fine in the lower unit.

 

[Vic.S]

20:1 will be the correct fuel mix for a 1952 motor

The following is generally true: 1958 and prior used 20:1, 1959 thru 1963 used 24:1, 1964 and newer use 50:1. High performance usage (racing) requires a ratio of 25:1. New engine break-in (not DI) requires 25:1.

from http://www.evinrude.com/en-us/support/faq

Can't help with the gear lube Maybe a grade 90 oil or maybe a #105 marine grease

 

[brim_buster]

Thanks a bunch guys, you saved me from ruining a good motor.

 

[steelespike]

Now I'm not saying I have the only correct lube chart but It is dated 1954 and 52,53 and 54 3hp say 1/2 pt.(8oz.) per gallon. and use TCW3 rated oil.

 

[wrench 3]

Now I'm not saying I have the only correct lube chart but It is dated 1954 and 52,53 and 54 3hp say 1/2 pt.(8oz.) per gallon. and use TCW3 rated oil.

That was the old 16-1 mix, but the oils have improved a lot since then.

 

[brim_buster]

That was the old 16-1 mix, but the oils have improved a lot since then.

Thanx a bunch

 

[brim_buster]

Would anyone know the part number for the exhaust plate gasket and the bottom powerhead gasket? I need to replace them and my local dealers books only go back to 65 and my manual doesnt give the numbers.

 

[brim_buster]

Would anyone know the part number for the exhaust plate gasket and the bottom powerhead gasket? I need to replace them and my local dealers books only go back to 65 and my manual doesnt give the numbers.

I found them after some digging...Thanx in advance