1957 18hp Evinrude fastwin - pull start

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cgmoran

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I have recently acquired a 1957 18hp, ordered the shop manual this morning. Took it to the lake for a test ride yesterday. The electric start worked great, but wanted to test the pull start. It pull started fine; however, later in the day after driving around for a while, I noticed the pull cord hanging about a foot out of the engine. While the engine was running, I pulled on it gently, no resistance or recoil. So now I have a the pull handle/rope fully extended... How do I get this recoiled?<br /><br />Any help much appreciated. Thanks!
 
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Re: 1957 18hp Evinrude fastwin - pull start

Sounds as though your recoil spring broke, CG, or maybe just jumped the pin.<br /><br />Do not attempt to service it until you get your manual. It is not difficult if you use the manual, but is both difficult and dangerous without instructions.<br /><br />When you get ready, wear heavy gloves and safety glasses.<br /><br />Good luck. :)
 
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Re: 1957 18hp Evinrude fastwin - pull start

Thanks JB, will let you know how it goes once my manual arrives.
 
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