Evinrude 7.5, slightly strange model number

[tchiarito]

I am an outboard newbie. Just traded for Evinrude 7.5 w/ model number E8RTCA, but when I look up model numbers, and see that the TC means 1938, I think it MUST be backward and should be E8RCTA, a 1983 model. There's no way this motor can be 73 years old! Also, it doesn't have a kill switch, and I have yet to find the water intakes for the cooling system. Otherwise, I started it up today, everything great. Any insight on the model thing? Thanks!

 

[BassBlaster29]

Re: Evinrude 7.5, slightly strange model number

Can't help you on your model # but if you ran it without water you'll probably need a new impellor. Outboards must have water to run.

 

[boobie]

Re: Evinrude 7.5, slightly strange model number

The water intake is a screen underneath the backside of the anti-ventilation plate.

 

[tchiarito]

Re: Evinrude 7.5, slightly strange model number

Thanks, I did see that screen and thought that's what it might be.

 

[Lion hunter]

Re: Evinrude 7.5, slightly strange model number

You are correct on the model, it's a 1983. Heres a link for parts and diagrams should you need it.

http://shop2.evinrude.com/Index.aspx?s1=gph2dac2dimfb6sb8373url7s0&catalog_id=0&siteid=1