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    HARD MANUAL PULL ON 1955 EVINRUDE FASTWIN 15hp

    My 1955 Evinrude Fastwin 15hp runs well, except for some needed last minute tweaking. However, with the recoil starter assembly installed, it is almost impossible to turn over by pulling the cord/handle. Without the starter assembly installed it will start with a rope wrapped around the...
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    1955 FasTwin 15 hp turns over hard

    I have an Evinrude 1955 FasTwin 15hp motor which is extremely difficult to turn over with the manual rewind starter. I am not weak! Turns over nicely with no plugs. I am using specified plugs J8C, so it is not plug/piston interference. Engine in trash barrel in water. Engine is in neutral...
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    transom clamp repair- 2d request- pls help

    I have a 1955 Evinrude Fastwin 15hp. The ends of the transom clamps protrude beyond the cupped washers. Anyone know a good way to remedy this so that the washers, not the ends of the clamps, bear the stress of the clamping? The ends of the clamps seem to be peened over to hold the washers onto...
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    transom clamp washers

    I have a 1955 Evinrude Fastwin 15hp. The ends of the transom clamps protrude beyond the cupped washers. Anyone know a good way to remedy this so that the washers, not the ends of the clamps, bear the stress of the clamping? The ends of the clamps seem to be peened over to hold the washers...
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    1955 EVINRUDE 15HP TURNS OVER HARD

    Have a 1955 Fastwin 15 hp which ran ok last season. Now when I pull starter cord it is almost impossible to turn over. When I remove plugs it is a bit better, but still not as free as it probably should be. Might the gears, or some part of the lower assembly be a bit frozen?
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    1955 Rude Fastwin 15hp gasket

    Antone know some place I can locate gasket for between power head and exhaust housing? Can I find this online?
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    1955 fastwin 15hp exhaust plate etc

    Have pulled power head to replace shifter shaft and disassembly was simpler than I expected.<br /><br />I plan to replace gasket between power head and exhaust housing as you guys suggested. Any other things I should do or replace while here? I notice shifter shaft has an O ring- I will...
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    Repair manual questions

    I have a 1955 Evinrude Fastwin and need a manual. <br /><br />The Seloc manual is for 1956-1978(?)- will this manual be helpful for my 1955? <br /><br />Where might I find one for my 1955?<br /><br />Why do so few manuals deal with the exhaust housing, lower motor cover, and assorted stuff...
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    1955 Fastwin 15hp shift lever

    Have 15hp Rude Fastwin with shift lever problem. The adjusting lever behind the shift lever is broken. How can I find a replacement part? Is it possible to just reinstall the shift lever and clamp it extra tight? If I get replacement part do I have to pull power head off lower motor cover...
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    Evinrude FasTwin 15hp

    Am fine tuning my 15hp rude fastwin. When I start motor and begin turning slow speed needle, then high speen needle, for best running, should motor be in neutral or forward? If in forward, won't water in barrel splash out?
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    Rude Fastwin 15hp

    Just got Rude Fastwin 15hp serial # 15014-13735. How can I find the year of this motor?<br /><br />TYVM
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    pressure tanks

    Just got 2 Rude Fastwins 15hp and one pressure tank. Any hunts for pressure tank use and refurbishing?
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    Evinrude Fastwin twins

    Just bought two Evinrude Fastwin 15s. One decent but with scuffed paint, the other a parts motor minus carb and tiller and painted a garish blue and white.<br /><br />The decent one runs well. Serial # 15014-13735. Seller told me it is 1958. Has pressure tank.<br /><br />Any pointers? Never...
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    swimmin' for shore

    Hey swimmin: How do I get in touch with you?<br /><br />Bruce N
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    Johnson 6hp

    Have 1967 Johnson 6hp that I resurrected and am using on a 10' Grumman aluminum jon boat of ancient vintage. A few questions:<br /><br />1. Should this combination plane?<br /><br />2. Engine runs fine, but when adjusting low speed needle valve for best running, needle valve is closed all the...
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