Glad I found this forum!<br /><br />My father in law just gave me an old boat/motor/trailer which has been<br />sitting for 5 or 6 years. I think it's a 1970 Starcraft with a 1970 Evinrude<br />Lark 40 hp. Can anyone confirm the year/specifics about the motor?<br /><br />Model #40372B<br /><br />Apparently the motor was winterized when it was put away<br />and everything looks fairly clean. I know next to nothing about<br />outboards, so I need some advice.<br /><br />What should I do to the motor before I try to start it up next<br />weekend. I'm charging the battery. Should I change plugs or gear oil?<br />Anything I should lube before cranking it? Feels like compression is<br />good when I pull the rope.<br /><br />How hard is it to clean the carb on this motor? Does anyone know of an online resource with step by step instructions? How about the impeller?<br /><br />Also, any tips on this particular motor?<br /><br />Thanks very much in advance.<br />Marc.