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Default Oil/Gas Ratio 1956 5.5hp Evinrude

Does anyone know the oil/gas ratio for a 1956 5.5 hp Evinrude motor?
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Default Re: Oil/Gas Ratio 1956 5.5hp Evinrude

Im 99 percent sure the correct mix for your engine is 24:1, 87 octane unleaded regular, and TC-W3 rated outboard oil. That is one quart oil in 6 gallons gas.Good luck.
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Old July 1st, 2007, 11:32 PM
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The serial number is 551812958. Please help.
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Default Re: Oil/Gas Ratio 1956 5.5hp Evinrude

it is 24:1
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24/1, super little engine, parts available at laingsoutboards.com
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