1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

[dkonrai]

first little classic i have owned. im starting another project, and wanted to replace the impeller. i have removed the lu bolts, and now i cant seem to remove the lu.
waiting on a factory manual but do i remove the ph to remove the lu? the lu dropped about a half inch and i dont see a shift coupler or a access hatch so i can remove the shift lever to drop the lu.
thanks for any tips
dino

 

[bbstacker1]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

Yep, on that model you have to pull the powerhead which is pretty quick and easy, plus you have to disconnect the shift rod once you pull the powerhead. Also a good time to change the carbon seal before you put the powerhead back on.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

As stated, pay attention to how the carbon seal assemby is assembled, and replace as needed. It keeps water from getting into your powerhead, so is important.

Dont let pulling the powerhead scare you, it is pretty straightforward. Just disconnect the fuel line, disconnect the brass arm at the top of the tower that advances the magneto, and remove the standard screws holding the powerhead on. YOull need to rock it a bit to get it off, then just lift straight up. Then there will be 2 nuts and a star washer to remove to allow the shift rod to slide down. Put a bolt back in the gearcase to take the weight off.

 

[F_R]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

You should always install a new 303355 gasket and 303347 o-ring, and any other parts of the carbon seal assembly that are not 100%.

You also probably will need a new powerhead gasket. That stuff is available here at iboats

 

[dkonrai]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

thanks for the advice. i am puling the head and will order what i will need. found its better to see what is needed, then make one full order of parts.
dino

 

[RogersJetboat454]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

Is the 7516 in the thread title the model number of the motor?
If so, your motor was made in 1954.

 

[Crosbyman]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

Dropping the Lower Unit on mid 50's 5.5 and 7.5 Johnsons and Evinrudes - YouTube

just did my 7524 7.5 hp VERY EASY TO DO !!! see you tube

kits available from vintage outboard.com

Outboard motor impellers for Johnson, Evinrude outboard motors,

 

[dkonrai]

Re: 1956 evi 7516 impeller/lu removal

ok i dropped the lu, or rather, pulled the powerhead on my 5.5. and now its time to pull the 7.5

yes it was pretty easy.

dino