1982 Evinrude 60; dies when idling in gear or out

DallasLoanGuy · #1 February 24th, 2008, 06:00 PM

E60ELCNM 1982

This was a rough running motor when i got it.
Replaced a galded piston & rings
Replaced fuel pump
Replaced impeller
Overhauled both carbs

Runs out great.... top end is smooth as silk.

when idling along in gear(trolling) or sitting there idling while i do something like checking my graph. the darn thing dies.
seems to need to be choked to start at that time too

is it running itself out of gas? i have insoected the fuel pump, looks ok. remember, it is new.

running 'regular' or 'plus' gas with 50:01 good branded oil.
running factory recommended plugs.
new plug wires

we set the idle up a little to try and cure, but it still dies

i am at a loss.... looking for a place to start.

thanks in advance for any ideas

DallasLoanGuy · #2 February 24th, 2008, 07:38 PM

ok.... i did a search.
looks like lynch & synch is in my future.

i need a manual.

omc is best?
i want a good one.... not something generic that covers 50+ different motors.
any tips?

tashasdaddy · #3 February 24th, 2008, 07:40 PM

outboardbooks.com, or get the number there and search ebay.

DallasLoanGuy · #4 February 24th, 2008, 10:01 PM

thanks td

DallasLoanGuy · #5 February 24th, 2008, 10:46 PM

i think i can get a clymer manual locally.... unless someone says they arent as accurate.
i have had both good and bad experiences with 3rd party manuals.

HighTrim · #6 February 24th, 2008, 11:02 PM

I would go OEM. The multi range year/hp manuals are not quite as specific, and dont always have the diagrams and explanations.

Your best bet would be a used original from Ebay, expect to spend around 30 to 35 bucks. Outboardbooks.com is a good site, a have factory re prints, although are a bit more money. Search Searayman13 on ebay, he usually has a vast assortment.

DallasLoanGuy · #7 February 25th, 2008, 12:26 AM

thanks hightrim

DallasLoanGuy · #8 February 25th, 2008, 01:53 AM

last question.... for tonight anyway.

will an original manual help me test the spark and compression?
i just want to make sure i take out all of the variables....

thanks again

tashasdaddy · #9 February 25th, 2008, 06:20 AM

yes, there is plenty of help here, you need the OEM manual, it will help you understand what we are saying. you are also our eyes and ears, and will help there. we are very lucky that KenCook bought the rights to publish these manuals, or we would be sol, for a good manual. they deserve every cent they make.