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My 56 rude Bigtwin is hard to start with low power when started. I have checked compression...it is low, but still should run to get me through this tournament this weekend. 60 on top cyl 55 on bottom cylinder. I pulled the carb it is really clean. Reeds?? and could that also be part of...
Also on my 56 Evinrude big twin...it has always been ran on a 6v battery. i have been told I can run off a 12v battery just have to change my light bulbs. True or false?:confused:
I have a 1956 Evinrude Big Twin 35 HP. I have the lower unit apart and the forward gear has a brass bushing in it that just spins on the shaft. so therefore I have no forward gear. how is this bushing normally held in place on the gear and any recommendations on temporary repair?
