Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

[rodbolt]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

wow no Jonny walker black label??? although it is strictly for medicinal purposes. no tool kit is complete without it

 

[Kesh]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

agree

 

[Kesh]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

Well, now seriously, I have almost completed the toolbox. Some items are still missing, but I will buy them this friday (salary check coming !) I still need to buy a 5/8 x 11/16 wrench, the rachet or breakover handle and the prop nut socket.<br /><br />This will save me a lot of work. I have at home 3 big and heavy toolboxes. Each time I have to work something on the boat I need to a) carry all the stuff on my truck b)go to boat c)unload the stuff cause parking site is far from boat... lmao... In addition, I feel more confident I can solve any minor problem when boating ! I also have fuses and replacement lamps for navigation and courtesy lights (I don't know if it happens to you, but lights contacts dont take too much time to corrode, so from time to time they need to be inspected, cleaned, etc). I used to go to the sea at nite and I love to be sure all my lights are working. I dont go out at nite too much recently, but still think having 100% operative lights is a must.

 

[jtexas]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

Recommend adding a small spool of 16-gauge copper strand wire and crimper/stripper.<br /><br />At least bring the stripper in case you need help getting it started.

 

[Kesh]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

Thanks, already have marine grade wire and crimper/stripper in toolbox. I think that is a must in saltwater boats, as corrosion loves the electrical system. I also have a small multimeter onboard for troubleshooting.<br /><br />However, I'm still saving some money to buy a few pending items (I dont have the prop socket yet for example). But at least I have a minimum of tools onboard now. I feel better knowing that each time I leave the dock.

 

[Sand Bass]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

Kesh, I have the exact motor you have. It has been a good one and is still running strong. I would decarb on a regular basis and make sure engine is proped to achieve max rpm (6k) at wot. Hopefully you will not need a lot of tools! Happy boating.

 

[Kesh]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

We hgave a 15x17 prop....dunno rpm at wot because I have never pushed the lever to WOT ! Regarding decarb, I really doubt this engine has been decarb for the first time...could you please tell me how to do it ?

 

[Cricket Too]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

Kesh...How come you never opened that motor up? You should open it up and see what it can do, it won't hurt it, it will probably do it some good.

 

[Kesh]

Re: Toolbox for Evinrude 225 and Boat

well, in the first place I thought that pushing it to the limit could result in something broken as this is not a new engine and second, haven't had the ocassion as there is always somebody onboard that I don't want to scare running at high speed or seas are not that calm... <br /><br />but, I will try to do it next time and will take note of rpm vs speed (gauge and gps)