Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

Hello again,

In my search for a small, long-shaft kicker for my 15.5' aluminum bowrider, I came across this 4 hp evinrude. I am going to see it today, so do not yet have a model #. I'm hoping someone can provide a rough estimate of its vintage and or an opinion. It has not bee used since the early nineties (yikes) and has extremely low hours (according to the seller who inherited it from his father and never used it). in light of this, is there anything I should be very weary of (water pump etc.). Should I stay away from this motor.

Thanks in advance for any help,

Dave

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

It appears as the seller said to be barely used. Even if you need to pay for a tech to replace the water pump, it looks like a nice motor. In all likelihood, the water pump is fine. No clue as to year. If you get the model number from the data plate (typicallyon the port side of the mounting bracket, it's very easy to tell the year.

Now you realize that a 4 HP motor isn't going to plane a 15 1/2 ' boat. For that, you would need, say a 15 HP motor, maybe somewhat smaller.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

where is it, i want to beat you to it.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

he is using it for a kicker... he doesnt need it to go on plane. he needs it for trolling slow or a spare back up motor. looks like late 80's or early 90's vintage. its an evinrude you cant go wrong !

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

Looks like about a 90 to me. You'll not regret owning it unless the seller is a bold face liar. Rick.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

You should know the code for the year. The INTRODUCES code

look at the model number, ignore the last letter. The previous 2 should tell you the year

I =1 , N = 2, T = 3 etc up to E = 9 and S = 0

so CU would be '87 , EN would be '92 etc

Looks real beauty. Is there a fuel tank with it. Its not an integral tank is it?

Its the Deluxe version with FN&R gears I think

Its a long shaft but is it a "sail" version? ... its got two cavitation plates

I definitely would fit a new impeller though esp if the one its got has been scrunched up in there for the largest part of 20 years.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

Thanks for all the help folks. I went and saw it today and it looks as good or better than the photos do it justice (everything under the cover looks pristine, including spark plugs). And yes, it has a separate 2 or 3 gallon fuel tank and hose.

I wasn't willing to try and start it, considering it has sat for such a long time. The seller seems quite trustworthy and actually offered to reduce the asking price by the cost of a tune up. He also offered my money back if it turns out to be a lemon.

The model # is E4REIA so it would be a 91 based on VIC S.'s advice (thanks). My only question is that when I toggle the shift lever from forward to neutral (no reverse gear), the prop does not 'disengage' and spin freely in both directions as it does on my 70 VRO. Is this normal or could it be a linkage issue etc.? Any suggestions on things to check?

If I get some favourable feedback, I'm seriously considering offering $300-$350 tomorrow.

Thanks again.

Dave

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

the clutch dog may not be disengaging all the way turn the prop when you shift. i would buy it anyway.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

Motor should be running when you try shifting or as TD says turn the prop. In any case, check the gear oil before running.

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Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

Odd not a long shaft according to the model number but the photos show it with the 5" extension. Long shaft model number would be E4RLEIA. Mis-read it or standard shaft that has been extended? Ok if you need a longshaft though.

Not a Deluxe model either ... they changed the style of the cover for the basic model from '91!

It has spring clutch not the usual dog. Perhaps that explains why it is not shifting into neutral. TD will have to explain how that works though.

Don't run it dry or you will trash the pump impeller.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

Bought It!

$350, with a 3 gallon plastic tank and hose. Thanks again for all your help. I'll be giving it a once over, including a new impeller very soon.





As someone stated, the model may not match a long-shaft, but it certainly is a long-shaft.

Re: Anyone know this 4 hp Evinrude??? (pics included)

A few more pics:

Spare cotter pin still taped on.






beside big brother