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    Evinrude 4 hp Lightwin prop/shear pin issue

    I have a 1971 Evinrude Lightwin 4 hp. I broke the prop's shear pin on a rock recently for the first time since I've had it. I got replacement shear pins from a boat dealer, and hit another rock right after putting the new pin in. What happened this time is that the new pin did not break...
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    1971 Evinrude Lightwin- Starting issue, and recoil sticking

    Have a 1971 Lightwin 4 hp that I ran for the first time on the water today on my 12' jon boat. Two issues, which I'll describe in laymen's terms: 1.) The recoil starter does not "recoil" - you have to use your fingers each time to re-"notch" the recoil gear on the moving arm (by this I mean the...
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    1971 Evinrude Lightwin- Starting issue, and recoil sticking

    Have a 1971 Lightwin 4 hp that I ran for the first time on the water today on my 12' jon boat. Two issues, which I'll describe in laymen's terms: 1.) The recoil starter does not "recoil" - you have to use your fingers each time to re-"notch" the recoil gear on the moving arm (by this I mean the...
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    1971 Evinrude 4 HP 4106D - few questions

    Hi all, I'm new to the boards here and to outboards and boating in general. Today I bought a 1971 Evinrude model 4106 D. Paid 150 cash. Motor fired up fine on the second pull ! It was stored indoors in a garage, and when I pulled off the plastic housing the inside looks like brand new- no...
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