6hp evinrude re-ring ?

[bernieb]

I bought this engine at a flea market two years ago and it did show signs of being overheated with the discoloration of the paint around the two spark plugs .But now with extensive pulling it will not run although it sounds like it wants to.I took a compression test on each cylinder with a little oil in first and got 30 psi on each.Is it possible just to replace rings and gaskets and get by.I have plenty of spark and have cleaned out the carb. The year is a 85? and the model # e6rcrm .any tips would be appreciated and where to buy parts.

 

[DJ]

Re: 6hp evinrude re-ring ?

bernieb,<br /><br />I would decarb it first. The rings may just be stuck. Since you can't run it, get some decarb agent (like Seafoam) and put it into the spark plug holes and let it soak overnight.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: 6hp evinrude re-ring ?

Ditto -- and its a 1984 6 hp btw.<br /><br />Good luck!

 

[bernieb]

Re: 6hp evinrude re-ring ?

Okay I'll try the overnight decarb treatment and see what happens .thank's I'll let you know .