Taking it out of Mothballs

[sneakdog]

I have a 1977 (or so) 90hp Evinrude V-4 thats been sitting, unused for about 3-years (kinda sad, I know). When i put it into storage 3-years ago, it wasn't running quite right (I can't even remember what the troubles were). However, when I did put it away, i did fog the engine and ran stable thru the carbs. Question, when i bring it out this spring, what steps should i take to get it running & diagnose problems? My thoughts..1. Verify compression in all cylinders 2. Rebuild carbs 3. Replace fuel filter/fuel lines 4. New water pump. Thoughts??

 

[OBJ]

Re: Taking it out of Mothballs

Welcome sneakdog!<br /><br />Sounds like ya' gotta' plan there. Don't forget the gear lube. Won't hurt to change it out. Give the over heat alarm a check too from both heads and check the spark.<br /><br />Six pack of longnecks on the side don't hurt neither...

 

[Solittle]

Re: Taking it out of Mothballs

Possibly thermostats but I would get it running first.

 

[sneakdog]

Re: Taking it out of Mothballs

thanks for the added info.<br /><br />Couple of "newbie" questions. <br /><br />1. When I check compression, i should have the throttle wide open correct? I am assuming just remove all plugs and check compression hole by hole.<br /><br />2. How do i check for good spark? Just pull the plug out, crank it over and watch? Are there grounding issues? I don't want to damage power packs, etc.<br /><br />Thanks.