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  1. Lakester

    Factory Outboard Parts Book - Be An Expert

    hello, once again i have to tip my hat to the experts here on iboats!!! :D [lakester bows, tipping hat] on their advice i sourced an oem factory parts book for my engine. $12.00 ebay w/shppg! this let me know what part numbers were correct for not only what parts, but for what engine series...
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    1971 85HP Evinrude Head Gasket Install

    hello, i would appreciate hearing back on how to properly install the head gaskets on my 1971 85HP evinrude. i have heard to install them dry. is this the correct way to install them? does anyone use any particular type of sealer? does it matter which side faces the block? thanks in advance...
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    Evinrude Engine Rotation Question

    hello, a simple question. i started my '71 only once during CR test with engine cover off. and not since tinkering on it. looking down from the top at the flywheel does it rotate CW or CCW when running? thanks.... lakester :cool:
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    1971 Evinrude 85HP Coil

    hello, my 1971 Evinrude 85HP Coil has been changed out to one that uses a conventional type clip on coil wire to coil terminal. currently, it works fine. i note that it has a black wire coming off it, as well as, a blue wire that goes to terminal #5 per the oe service manual. i wish to change...
  5. Lakester

    Using A Multimeter

    hello, i read where a multi-meter is an important testing tool for use on a boat. both electrics and engine's electronics can test a variety of electrical items. So i went and got me one. a good one with an infra-red no touch temp sensor, volt meter, continuity, etc. now i know i can put it...
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    Evinrude Lower Unit Drain Plugs

    hello, working on my 1971 85hp evinrude and using iboats forum as a 'guideline'... i bent over this weekend and took a look at my l/u's 2 drain plugs. both were tight, neither dripping anything. i noted the top unit quite nice as far as a fastener plug goes. not bunged up at all. :) on the...
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    Boat Flags

    hello, i have always liked a flag on a boat. so since i got me a boat, i got around to getting me a flag. about 12" x 18". a wooden flag pole and a ss mount. the flag is a usa flag. :) so, am wondering if there is any tradition to flying a small flag on a boat? bow, port stern, middle stern...
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    1971 85HP Cylinder Head Water Passageways

    hello, after tinkering on my 1971 85hp evinrude engine, addressing both mechanical stuff [bolt & screw tightness] and some housekeeping stuff [cleaning, cleaning and cleaning some more :)] i noted a crack in the port cyl head to thermostat housing water hose. an old crack for sure. its on head...
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    1971 Evinrude 85HP Prop and Prop Nut

    hello, 1971 Evinrude 85HP Prop and Prop Nut my sevice manual says my prop is an: aluminum, 3-blade 13 1/4" x 17" i can attest to the 3 blades... :D but is there a spot on prop where what it's #s are stamped, etc? also: it was suggested to me in another iboats post... the proper way to set...
  10. Lakester

    Evinrude Engine/Engine Gasket Sealers List

    hello, i would find it very helpful to be able to read a list of the sealants considered essential for working on evinrudes and johnsons and other outboard motors by name. in my oem evinrude service manual they list 5 or 6 lubricants; everything from oil can to grease gun. in one iboats post on...
  11. Lakester

    1971 Evinrude Parts/2nd Motor

    hello: i have a 1971 evinrude 85hp starflight electric shift. i am thinking of sourcing an additional engine for parts, etc. i have located a 1971 100hp evinrude v4 in running condition, good compression, but bogs at high speed and wont shift. is this a good 2nd engine for parts, electrics etc...
  12. Lakester

    1971 Evinrude 85HP L/U R&R; how to

    hello: looks as if i will follow some advice from some of the iboats engine experts and R&R l/u on my 1971 Evinrude 85HP so as to replace my impeller. i do have the OE service manual, but i was wondering if anyone who has done it could do a written "walk-thru" of how to do to augment what is in...
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    '71 Evinrude 85HP Buy Inspection; Part II (long)

    t'sdaddy said: "...if you have good spark, compression, and it will run and idle on Muffs, (do not rev above 1500 rpms, on muffs, can do damage.) i would consider buying it." ------------------------------------------------------------------ hello, an up date on my 1971 Evinrude 85HP...
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    '71 Evinrude StarFlight 85 Buy Inspection

    a bit long) hello, i am very interested in a 1971 silverline with a 71 evinrude starflight 85 on it and it uses the evinrude electric controls. while i am an experienced mechanic type, both 2 and 4 strokes, i have no real 2 stroke outboard experience. this is a nice boat/engine combo, imo, close...
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