1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

[METROB]

I HAVE AN 1979 115 HP EVINRUDE, ALWAYS TAKE GOOD CARE OF IT AND MAINT. THE OTHER DAY I WAS GOING ACROSS THE LAKE START TO TAKE OFF REAL GOOD AN PLAN OUT, THEN THE ENGINE REVED UP REEL HIGH I SHUT IT DOWN AND THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING, IN LOW IDLE THE BOAT WOULD STILL MOVE BUT WHEN I WOULD TRY TO TAKE OFF AGAIN IT WOULD REV THE ENGINE UP HIGH, WHAT COULD BE THE PROBLE, I WISH I HAD THE MODEL NUMBER I HAVE LOOKED BUT IT IS SO OLD IT MAY HAVE FELL OFF OR WORE IT OFF. THANKS ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED

 

[ezeke]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

Most likely from your description is a spun prop. In other words, the rubber bushing on the propellor has released. <br /><br />It is intended to protect the gearcase when you strike an object, but can break down over time from age and the heat from the exhaust.

 

[ezeke]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

If your propeller is in good shape otherwise, you may want to have it reconditioned. Here is one place you can send it if there's no prop shop near you:<br /> propeller reconditioning

 

[METROB]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

WOULD THIS ALSO CAUSE IT TO NOT HAVE ANY POWER. TO MAKE THE ENGINE REV UP. <br />THANKS FOR YOU HELP. I ALMOST THOUGHT I LOST MY LOWER UNIT. I DID LOOK AT IT LAST NIGHT AND DID NOT SEE ANY OIL LEAKING AND TO MAKE SURE THE SHAFT LOOKED OK. AGAIN THANKS

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

Yeah, if the prop is spun bad enough, it's almost like having the engine in neutral. The prop hub spins, but the blades don't.<br /><br />To verify that's the problem, you can mark the hub of the prop against the blades with an indelible marker, run it up in water, and check to see if you marks still line up.<br />But I'd be willing to bet you'll simply be able to see the wrecked hub.

 

[DJ]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

ROBERT METCALFE,<br /><br />First off, kill the CAPS. That means you are shouting.<br /><br />Easy test for your prop.<br /><br />1. Mark a line on the outer prop hup.<br /><br />2. Mark a corresponding line on the propshaft.<br /><br />3. Run the engine, in the lake.<br /><br />4. Check the lines, do they still match up?

 

[METROB]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

Thanks I will do this and let you know. <br />and sorry about the caps, the program I run a work, I have to use them and forget to unlock it. <br />again thanks, I will get back with you and let you know what I find

 

[Solittle]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

That is a good motor - had one long ago.

 

[METROB]

Re: 1979 EVINRUDE 115 HP

I want to thank everyone who helped, I have another prop for the boat, changed it out, and I could not believe it, that was the problem. I am glad I found this web site. Thanks alot guys. back on the water with pole in hand. again Thanks