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  1. LindenLongRods

    Where to start

    I will try again this weekend. I want to check points and condensors. Make sure no wires are pinched.
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    Where to start

    I rebuilt the fuel pump, it is getting gas. yes tank is vented.
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    Where to start

    Yes there is only one screw mixture screw i think , just not sure where to set. Should I turn all the way in and back off a certain amount? I changed caps, points and condensers. The plug leads are definitely right.
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    Where to start

    I have totally rebuilt a 1971 18hp Evinrude. (powerhead, Carb, waterpump, lower unit. Just can't get it started. I don't know where to set the carburetor screws. It turns over but doesn't stay running. Very smoky too, someone told me to put a little extra oil in gas for the first run. Any...
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    1971 18 HP fastwin Water pump

    I will try all of these suggestions
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    1971 18 HP fastwin Water pump

    I finally rebuilt everything on this fine engine, got it started, no water. (Removed thermostat already) There is a little up and down play on drive shaft, but impellor housing should keep it stable? The key that comes with water pump did seem small, maybe not engaging water pump? I tried fins...
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    1971 18HP Fastwin tune up kit

    Yes coils, points, condensers are being replaced, I only ordered 1 coil by mistake(bonehead)already replaced points .This motor has been rebuilt by me. The block was corroded, replaced head, rebuilt carb, new water pump, rebuilt lower unit, installed electric start. I can't believe how easy or I...
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    1971 18HP Fastwin tune up kit

    So the points are the same, just the condensers are different? But also they will work? I am a little confused by the posts. I am working on a labor of love, I'm rebuilding my late Dad's outboard, so I don't want to mess it up. Should I just order the right condensers? I bought new condensers...
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    1971 18HP Fastwin tune up kit

    I bought tune up kit 18-5006, I think I was supposed to get 18-5002. What is the difference?
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    1971 18 hp Evinrude Kill switch

    Thanks so much
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    1971 18 hp Evinrude Kill switch

    My kill switch disingrated. I want to install just a regular rocker switch. Where do the 2 wires from the points go? Do both go to each terminal on the switch so they complete a circut? Or do both go to one terminal on the switch and ground to the other? A diagram would be really helpful.
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    Starter for 1971 18 hP Evy

    I'm a little confused. Had a starter rebuilt from a 1975 25 evy. I'm in the process of installing it start to my 18 HP 1971. My question, When I pull the cord my flywheel turns clockwise, but when turn the bendex on starter , it also turns clockwise, it would then make the flywheel turn...
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    Hope I'm not in wrong room

    Maybe Moderator can move me if I am. Anyway I want to be safe. I'm retrofitting Electric Start to 1971 18 HP Evinrude. They didn't start installing till after '77 I think. Anyway does anybody have part number for a compatible solenoid or can I just go to Auto parts store, and use any solenoid...
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    Starter for 1971 18 hp Evinrude

    Sorry to adminstrator. I think I asked this question in another way but I have news to report. I ordered aftermarket Starter. The bolts don't line up to the bracket. They are off maybe 16th or 8th of inch, I did my home work. Any way old one that came with bracket it way beyond repair, unless...
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    Push button starts, and wire gauge 1971 18HP Evinrude

    I'm almost done with rebuild, Power head swap. Have the hard bolt (1 behind exhaust housing) left. Any tips on removal, Can I use heat? Also does anyone know what gauge wire I need to replace kill switch wires, also what diameter is hole for kill switch. I want to order 2 new push button...
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    Starter and solenoid

    Good Morning, I have 1971 Evinrude 18 HP. Total rebuild, I'm doing well for 1st time, pretty straight forward. I want to add electric starter. They didn't have that year, but I have an old starter and bracket (very important). My question is: Where to mount solenoid? I need part number too...
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    Water pump parts

    does anyone know if the water pump kit w/o housing comes with the 3 screws that hold the housing? If not does any one know what size those screws are so i can get. Either they show no pics or no size.
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    Starter for 1971 18 hp

    Am I able to mount or install a starter on my 1971 18 hp outboard? If yes, what would be the part number or starter? Thanks
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    1972 18 horsepower Lower unit

    I have this engine and it runs, haven't used it though in about 10 years. Should I change anything else besides the lower unit seals? Is that a pretty straight foward job? I watched a video it seems like something I can do. Also points and condesor? If It it works don't fix it philosophy?
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    1971 18 HP Evinrude Powerhead Swap out

    I have a 1971 18 HP Evinrude need to replace Powerhead assembly. Question: Which manual is preferred. Seloc or Clymer or Cooke. Any help, videos, pictures, suggestions are welcomed!!
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