Re: Clinton outboard,not a clue
Hello Ralph, read a few threads down, I believe Tom gave the phone no. and info for clinton's parts
Yup---but here 'tis again:
<Clinton still maintains a parts department to help keep their products running. I suggest you call 563-652-2411 with model # in hand and ask them if it's a Clinton model #. I understand that the phone is only answered part time so you may need to leave your phone # or try numerous times.>
The K500 series were built from 1972 thru 1976
5 HP @ 5,600 RPM
7.2 CID
Champion J13Y or equivalent gapped at .025"
Points gap at .020"
Recommended fuel/oil ratio of 48/1 (I wouldn't run less than 32/1 and 24/1 is an option)
Air-cooled cylinder by forced air from flywheel so fan shroud must be retained and intact for proper cooling
Lower bearing/seal/exhaust manifold and lower leg cooled by water-pump mounted atop anti-cavitation plate. Water-pump MUST be functional!
See <http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=158086> and
<http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=299680> for procedure for putting an old outboard back into service after sitting in a corner for decades as well as instructions in basic outboard maintenance.