1963 40hp omc

niss_det

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i lost my oiler wiper thats under the flywheel near the points and coils.. does anyone know where i can get a new one or if i really need it.. i looked in the store here but couldnt find it..
 

BoatBuoy

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Re: 1963 40hp omc

Go to Wal-Mart or other cloth shop. Buy a piece of felt. Cut and double as necessary to fit the slot.
 

niss_det

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Re: 1963 40hp omc

should i oil the felt or just put it on dry? what does it do?
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: 1963 40hp omc

it keeps any oil that might happen to leak out of the top of the engine from slinging on to the points shorting them out, also lubes the shaft for the points to ride on. lightly oil them,
 
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