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She ran like a top until I ran the wrong fuel mixture through her (50:1 rather than 24:1). After running it hard on a boating trip, I realized my mistake. (It kept dying for no apparent reason, but it never froze up). With the correct fuel mixture, I can't keep it running. Can I have ruined the...
I had this motor professionally evaluated, and was told it needed a new plate, new points, new coils, and had a loose rod. Basically, I was told it wasn't worth the money to have it repaired professionally. Can the parts be obtained (O.E.M. or aftermarket) for an older Evinrude motor at...
I have taken apart the fuel pump for my 5.5 H.P. 1961 Evinrude motor to see if there was a problem with the pump. I found out the problem was I ran 50:1 fuel mixture when I should have run 24:1 mixture. (I couldn't keep the motor running). Did I damage the motor possibly? Also, where can I find...
I purchased a 12 ft. aluminum boat which came with an Evinrude outboard motor 10 yrs. ago. I was told it was a 7 H.P. motor. I cannot find any corresponding numbers to match anything close to my serial numbers. I would appreciate any help to identify the year and Model of this motor. Serial...
