[anewton]

Does anybody out there know the torque specification for the flywheel nut on a 1968 Evinrude 65 HP?

[ezeke]

That engine is covered by Service Bulletin 1273. Click the thumbnail below, please:

[Joe Reeves]

Yep, what Zeke said..... 105 ft lbs.

[anewton]

Thank you! I'll be sure to clean the crankshaft before putting back together. I got a new key for it too. Thanks again.

[Joe Reeves]

Also, be sure to install the key so that the straight outer edge is vertical with the engine, that is straight up and down...... not aligned with the crankshaft taper.