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    Decarb

    I did a decarb today following the instructions in the top secret file: Brought the engine up to temp, pulled plugs, put a shot of seafoam in each cylinder, let set for about 15 minutes. Mixed 3/4 can of seafoam with one gallon of premixed gas, ran the gas through the motor spraying in the...
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    Replacement Fuel Pump for Antique Evinrude

    I posted a thread a couple of days ago about the fuel pump for my 1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 (Model # 15016). Through the responses, I learned my motor didn't originally come with a fuel pump and the one on it was a later addition. Additionally, I learned my pump and the related parts are no...
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    Unidentified fluid leak

    I ran my 1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 in a barrel today. After pulling it out of the barrel to drain, I noticed a puddle of brown liquid. It looked like mud, was oily and smelled like gas. It appeared to be dripping out of the exhaust. Does anyone have an idea what this could be of if it is an...
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    Fuel Pump Kit

    I believe the fuel pump on my 1956 Fastwin 15 (model #15016) is shot. Does anyone know if they still make rebuild kits for these old pumps or if I just have to buy a new one? I checked here at iBoats and I didn't see anything listed for motors that old.
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    Starter won't rewind

    Good evening. I'll start with the good news: after rebuilding my carb, replacing the spark plugs, checking the coils, and changing the lower unit oil, my motor was ready to go for the summer. She fired up on the second pull. The bad news is, on the third pull the recoil spring in the pull...
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    Lower Unit Oil

    Can anyone tell me what type of lubricant I need to use in the lower unit of my 1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15. The only thing I have found online is Lubriplate #105 white grease, but I also found that is not recommended for engines with a shifter. Any thoughts?
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    Newest Member of the Family

    I'm proud to announce the most recent addition to the family: a 1957 Evinrude Lark, I know you guys will be more happy to see it than my wife was when I came lugging it home. I found this on craigslist this weekend for $75 and don't really know what I have gotten myself into, so I thought I...
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    I need a second opinion

    I have a 1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 that has been giving me trouble, but I think I have found the problem, I would just like a second opinion from those more knowledgeable before I start tearing things apart. I could never get my engine to run for more than a few seconds before it would die. I...
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    1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 Coils

    I am in the process of getting my fastwin 15 up and running. I was doing a little research about replacing the coils and found a sierra part number of 18-5181. My question is: Is this the right part number and are both coils the same part number? The two on my motor are different sizes and...
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    Replacing Cylinder Head

    I am in the process of replacing the cylinder head on my '56 Evinrude Fastwin and I am concerned about putting the bolts back into the head. Do I need to put anti seize or anything on them to keep the bolts from freezing up in the aluminum head over time. I don't want to worry about twisting...
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    Evinrude Cylinder Head Part Number

    I bought my little '56 Fastwin as a tinkering project...and a lot of tinkering it has been. Recently, in an attempt to replace the spark I stripped the cylinder head. My question is: does anyone know what the part number for the cylinder head is or where I can find one? A number on the head...
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    Can't get my 1956 Fastwin to run.

    I need help with my 1956 Evinrude Fastwin. I can usually get it to fire up on the third or fourth pull, but it dies shortly thereafter, then it won't fire again. If I remove the fuel line it will usually start again in three or four pulls. I've tried setting the needles on the carburetor (2...
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    Setting up a Test Barrel

    I have a 1956 Evinrude Fastwin and I want to set up a barrel to test it. My question is, how far up on the lower unit does the water need to go, basically, where is the water intake hole? Also, does anyone know where to find a service manual for this motor?
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    How to start my 1956 Evinrude Fastwin

    I attempted to take my new boat and motor out for the first time to day and encountered an issue: It fired up right off the bat and worked fine backing away from the ramp. However, when I got out a ways and attempted to shift into forward gear, it died and I could never get it to fire again. My...
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    Where to find steering components?

    I have decided to install a drum and cable steering system on my boat (I'm starting completely from scratch, basically all I have is a hull, the previous owner cut out the entire bow). My problem is I am having a hard time finding the parts I need online, particularly the steering shaft and...
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    Rebuilding Bow

    I recently picked up what used to be a 14ft fiberglass runabout; however, the previous owner cut out the bow, so now it's more like a jon boat. I am considering rebuilding the bow and reinstalling steering and throttle controls, a dashboard and a windshield. I'm just not sure where to begin, I...
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    1956 Fastwin Cowl Latch

    I recently purchased a 1956 Fastwin 15hp which was missing the front cowl latch. I purchased a replacement online and put it on, but I must not have installed it correctly, it won't pull tight when latched. Does anyone have any ideas?
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    1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 Controls

    I recently purchased a 1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 with a tiller controls. I was curious what parts were necessary to hook this motor up to a steering wheel and throttle controls, or if it was even possible to do so. My boat has nothing but some pulleys in the rear corners. I plan to put in a new...
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    1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15. Where to begin?

    I recently purchased a 1956 Evinrude Fastwin 15 which I would like to restore. It seems to be mechanically sound (i.e. it runs). So I guess my restoration will be mostly cosmetic. As you can see from the pictures, the previous owner put a pretty ugly paint job on the exterior, it looks like...
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    Missing Piece

    I just purchased my first outboard, which I plan to restore; however, it is missing a piece and I have no idea what it is or where to get another. I have attached a picture of another motor with the missing piece highlighted. Can anyone tell what this is or where I can get one?
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