55 hp seaking engine

papabell

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I have a seaking 55 hp engine, the model # 7wb27956b and serial # 20228
can anyone help me with year and general information. Any ideas on where to find parts for this engine. thanks for any help in advance.....papabell
 

tmcalavy

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Re: 55 hp seaking engine

It's a West Bend (wb) Chrysler, but beyond that I know absolutely nothing that can help you...others will be along soon who can.
 

TOHATSU GURU

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Re: 55 hp seaking engine

Seaking = West Bend = Chrysler = U S Marine = Force = Mercury = Salvage Yard:)
 

steelespike

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Re: 55 hp seaking engine

My info indicates 69 ,Chrysler built.Champion L4J plugs set at .030,points set at .020 on magneto ignition,.015 on battery ignition.Tillotson WB carb 50:1 fuel mix.The Chrysler Crew may be able to help on parts.Ignition,fuel system and cooling parts may be available right here under the Chrysler application.
 

TOHATSU GURU

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Re: 55 hp seaking engine

Not that it matters, but the L4J plug was discontinued 20 something years ago. If I remember correctly it was changed to the L82C plug. It will actually run a lot better on the NGK B7HS. Do not use the B6HS spark plug that the NGK application book says it calls for as it is an error.
 
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