ted williams 7.5 outboard plug gap

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oldskow

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good morning, i'm trying to get a ted williams 7.5 outboard that has a twist grip clutch drive to run and can't get any info on it. i don't know the yr. the model #217/58588-0. i need the plug gap and any other info that anyone has. it's pretty old (72-76) i think? i'd like to get some fish this fall? is there anything else i should do to make it run? i'm not joe outboard but it appears to be in good condition.
 
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Re: ted williams 7.5 outboard plug gap

First thing you want to know is does it have spark? Don't turn it over without the plug or plug wire grounded, it has a solid state ignition that can barbecue. If you have spark, you'll likely need to replace the fuel pump element, needle and seat. That motor also has a water pump in the leg that'll need a new impeller. The plug gap is .035". Take a peek here;

http://www.searspartsdirect.com/par...47/1305320?pathTaken=&prst=0&shdMod=217585880

OEM parts from here;

Results for Eska - Sears / Ted Wms

Or call these people with part numbers from the Sears site;

VinParts

The clutch often fails locked into gear, and they are tough to come by.
 
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Re: ted williams 7.5 outboard plug gap

thanks for the info. i'll have to see on the clutch but when i have it in neutral it seems like it's still in gear? not good.
 
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MahtyMaht

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Re: ted williams 7.5 outboard plug gap

The clutch is set screwed to the crank, and some guys have used electrolysis to de-rust, some soak in penetrating oil for long periods, some just leave it and run the motors as a 'yank'n'go'.
 
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