Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

1946Zephyr

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Well, I got 'er done. I went through the lower unit and re-sealed it, installed a new waterpump and put new coils in. I gave it a few pulls and it sputtered. So I figure it should start, as soon as I put it in the barrel. It's amazing how good of condition this motor was, when I tore everything down. A low hours engine, by golly.
 

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cajuncook1

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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Nice find and nice job!!! She is a beauty!!!

Cheers my friend!
 
64osby

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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Very Nice Zeph, The one's I find never look that clean.
 
lindy46

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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Way to go Zeph! Another 50+ year old motor rescued and saved!
 
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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Can't wait for the splash test photos...nice work.
 
1946Zephyr

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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Yea, I could,'t believe how immaculant this motor is inside. One hick up was caused from a rod bolt that backed out. I had some new locking plates made at work, out of 18 guage stainless, so this should never happen again. :D I still have 60 more of these lock plates, so I'm set for several more outboard rebuilds. If I need more made, I just need to let my laser operator know and he'll cut me another batch before he clocks out for lunch. LOL
In the near future, I'll get a can of paint and touch it up, so it'll look a little nicer.
 
1946Zephyr

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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Well, just an update here. I put in the barrel and tested it out and everything tested out great. The gear oil even stayed clean.
 
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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

fine specimen you have there indeed, When I re-ring my 57 5 1/2 jonny I hope it comes out as nice, good job zeph,
 
1946Zephyr

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Re: Completion of the '58 Fisherman.

Thanks bro. If you need any advice, let me know. Those '57 Johny's are great motors. ;)

How did you come out on that 15 of yours?
 
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