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    '73 Evinrude 115 - No spark

    I have a '73 Evinrude 115 that I've had now for about about 9 months. The previous owner told me he had an intermittent no spark problem. I've run it a lot since then and I haven't had any problems. Today, I tried to start it and it definitely doesn't have a spark. Can someone outline the steps...
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    Wiring for 2 batteries and trickle charger

    I have a '73 Evinrude 115. I have a battery that's labeled starting, trolling, deep cycle so I guess it's an all purpose battery. I bought a second one just like it as a backup. I would like to add a fish finder and a radio to the second battery eventually but first thing is first. I have a...
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    '73 Evinrude 115 - Weird starting problem

    Two different times, I've had a hard time getting the motor to start. It just cranks and cranks and won't fire. I thought I would check the spark so I pulled the top left plug (looking at the engine from behind) and cranked the engine and it immediately started without the plug! The plug was wet...
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    '72 Starcraft Holiday - Hull Repair Questions - 2nd Attempt

    I'm reposting a previous thread because I goofed up the previous one and I couldn't figure out how to fix it. Sorry about that! Here is my '72 Holiday. I bought this boat last spring with the hopes of getting an inexpensive functional boat that I can use for fishing, diving and just...
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    '72 Starcraft Holiday - Hull Repair Questions

    Here is my '72 Holiday. I bought this boat last spring with the hopes of getting an inexpensive functional boat that I can use for fishing, diving and just dragging the kids around with. I knew that it had some engine issues and the hull leaked but I didn't mind because I got it for...
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    73 Evinrude 115 - Lower End - Correct Sealant to use

    In my manual it says that when replacing the shaft seals to wipe the outer diameter of the new seal with OMC Gasket Sealing Compound. I've got a gasket seal that I've used on other stuff that I'm wondering if it would be OK to use in this application. It is a Permatex Gasket Maker, Ultra Black...
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    73 Evinrude 115 Lower End - How to Pressure Test

    I have the lower end off and I would like to pressure test it. I've seen it mentioned on the forum but I can't find specific instructions on how to do it. Can someone walk me through it? Thank you.
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    '73 Evinrude 115 - Lower unit removed in neutral

    After all of my planning, I still ended up removing the lower unit with it in neutral. How that happened, I'm not sure but the fact is that it is in neutral. The question is, should I try to put it back in leaving it in neutral? Will I be able to do that? Or should I do something else before I...
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    3 Wires in Trailer Lights - How to hook up

    I've got an old trailer that I bought that the wires on it have been spliced in a number of places but the tail lights work well. So I thought for preventative maintenance, I would replace all of the wiring. I bought a standard 25' of four wire with a flat four wire flat connector. I just...
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    73 Evinrude 115 - Lower End Leak

    I've noticed that when I run the motor with the muffs, I can see water leaking from the seams at the top of the lower unit. I drained the oil and not surprisingly, it looked like milk. So I purchased a new seal kit and am trying to educate myself as much as possible before I tear into it. In my...
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    73 Evinrude 115 Carb Rebuild - Fuel line connections

    I'm in the process of rebuilding the carbs on my Evinrude. Now is a good time to replace the fuel lines in the motor. I replaced the fuel line going to the motor with a new Atwood fuel line and I should probably do the same for the inside lines. Just make sure the lines are alcohol resistant...
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    Wheel bearing grease - mixing different types

    I just replaced the wheel bearings in my trailer the night before a trip. I started with a wheel bearing grease made by Castrol that I've used for years on my cars and trucks. After one wheel, I ran out of what I had and started using another type that I had recently purchased made by Valvoline...
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    1973 Evinrude 115 - Fuel Starving at high RPM

    I have a '73 Evinrude 115 that runs great at idle and lower RPM's. When I run the RPM's up, it will usually run fine for a few minutes and then start to stall or completely stall. Sometimes it will run up to 5 minutes at high RPM's. If it starts to stall and I'm fast, I can squeeze the ball and...
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    How to move a boat to work on hull

    I have a 21' Starcraft. I'm trying to do some work on the hull but how it sits on the trailer is blocking some of the spots I'm trying to get at. Is there a way to shift or rock the boat to one side on the trailer? Any other suggestions? Thanks for your help
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    Trailer connection 4 pin to 5 pin on truck

    My connection on my truck and trailer are both corroded. I think the best solution is to replace both. I have a 5 wire connection on my truck and a 4 pin connector on my trailer. What would you suggest is the best way to replace these? Also, when replacing these, what is the best way to protect...
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    Sealing leaks on a painted aluminum hull

    I am a new boat owner of an old boat. It's a '72 Starcraft with a painted aluminum hull. I took it out for the first time and noticed numerous leaks when I took it out of the water. I've been reading as much as I can about aluminum repair. It has a floor in it that I can't remove so I can only...
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    Evinrude 90 - Want to find Model and Year

    I just purchased an old boat with an Evinrude 90. I've got so many questions, I don't know where to begin so I thought I would start with an owners manual. Well to get the right manual, I need to know what motor I have. The only numbers that I can find anywhere are ones that are stamped in...
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