What have I?

Lootas1

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Just acquired a Sears Gamefisher 9.9 hp outboard to see if I can get it running. Previous owner said he thought it was 40 or 50 years old. I think it is much newer. Can't find a tag with model or serial number after a lot of cleaning. It has been is saltwater and is very corroded but turns over and actually ran briefly when I squirted gas/oil at 24:1 in the carb. It is blue and white and has electronic ignition. Motor cover is fiberglass. Has twist throttle, kill button. Seems modern to me. (I'm really into motors of the 40s and 50s.) Any idea where I can find out vintage of this motor?
 

steelespike

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Re: What have I?

My guess is a Chrysler or Early Force built motor.Chrysler built could date from the mid 70s to about 84/85 Force from 85.Sears apparently used McCulloch 9 hp to 70.I don't think they used blue trim.Chrysler became Force circa 85.<br />The Force became black sometime after 85.I don't know when but someone will surely be along with better info.<br />My info is only from 68-73 they use 48:1 fuel mix.
 
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