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  1. cajuncook1

    New source for the 9.5hp shift rod boot

    I was looking at a link that member on another forum posted for nymarine for grommets and notice that they sell shift rod boots. Antique and Classic Outboard Motor Paint & Decals (look down at the bottom of the page.) The shift rod boot has been NLA for years and is a source of exhaust leaks...
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    Iboats great customer service!!

    I bought some parts from Iboats.com a couple of weeks back because they are pretty decent with their part prices and has good shipping rates. Well, my parts didn't show up, so I check the tracking number and it showed that it was delivered by USPS. So, called the local postal office and they...
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    Honing a cylinder and grit values.

    My recent 3hp Evinrude power head rebuild attempt that ended due to one cylinder having severe damage due to rust pitting (honing would not have helped the cylinder) brought up a question. If the rings have to be replaced on a piston and honing of the cylinder is carefully done to break the...
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    Exchangeable parts for a 1967 Merc 110

    Hey guys, First time on this part of the forum. I am usually a Evinrude/Johnson guy, but I thought I would try to restore an old rough Merc 110 year 1967. I was wondering what year motors parts are compatible with the above stated motor? Do the Merc 60 and 110 of 1963 and 1967 have similiar...
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    Made a heck of a good deal on ebay(update 10/19/2010)

    I purchased this on ebay. The motor was just put up for sale. Apparently the gentlemen is not aware of estimate value of the motor in the current condition. Bid started at $20 Buy now option at $50 So, I purchased it $50.00 Shipping was about $42 Auction posted at Oct-07-10 07:02:28 PDT...
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    Needs some information about a Johnson 10hp QD-18

    Hey guys, got my eye on a 1957 10hp Johnson QD-18. Been reading some of the more recent and past post on these series of motors. A lot good information supplied. My biggest concern is compression numbers for this series. What is consider excellent, good, ok, and no way? The reason I like...
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    1955 Evinrude 7.5 carb question

    I recently got a 1955 7.5hp Evinrude model 7518 (Basically raised it from the dead). She is running pretty good. But would like for her to idle just a little lower. Back ground stuff. Changed whole ignition, new Champion J6C plugs, carb kit (float is level and it is the original), replace...
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    Help with removing a crappie paint job on a 1957 3hp Evinrude

    Hey guys, was wondering if you have any experience with removing paint from a outboard motor. This is the story: 1957 Evinrude 3hp Bought a motor to repair and possibly restore. The previous owner painted the darn thing with crappy old paint from a regular spray paint can. So, I was...
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    Lack of Gratitude----Just blowing off a little steam

    Lack of gratitude of some people just amazes me sometimes. You try and help someone and not even a response or even thank you. Now certainly I understand that not everyone is going follow advise given, but they should be a little grateful that someone has taken the time to try and help them...
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    List of Ethanol Free Gas Stations in US and Canada

    Some one posted this on another forum and thought it might be helpful to some folks. Supposedly it is a build-able list and can be update by individuals.
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    18hp gear case bearing dowl question?

    1970 Evinrude 18002E I think I know the answer to my question, but I just want to sure! Does the bearing dowl in this picture seem pushed in? It has a little bit of a lip, but can't grab it with pliers. If it is pushed in, what size drill bit do use and how long is the dowl? By the way...
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    1970 Evinrude 18hp gearcase seal

    Hey guys, What would be a good gear case sealant to use along with the gear case seal? I tried looking for the gear case seal here on Iboats, but I didn't see it. Am I just missing it or something? Is there a way to true the surfaces of the upper and lower gear case....kind of like the...
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    Can a 1970 18hp be converted to a 25hp motor ???

    I just had to ask this question! I know another bone head question of someone trying to make a lower power motor into something better. I know the story of the 9.9hp and 15hp Evinrudes. I also know that if you want a 25hp get a 25hp motor. But......I was looking up parts for my 18hp motor...
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    1970 Evinrude 18hp electric start information needed

    Hey guys, Make of Motor: Evinrude Model Year: 1970 Motor model number: 18002E Motor serial number: E04567 Horsepower: 18hp I just picked this motor and plan to rebuild her. Everything is intact on her except the previous owner removed the starter bracket, starter, and solenoid off of the...
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    No good deed goes unpunished!!

    Wow, what a day!!! I was trying to make a tutorial(with pictures) to explain how to replace or change Evinrude 6hp starter rope. My laptop video card went out! So, I have a slightly older laptop that I starting using as a backup and that one's the hard drive just fried. My wife was nervous about...
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    Torque sequence of a 1967 6hp Evinrude cylinder head

    Hey, does anyone have information on the proper sequence of torquing a 1967 6hp Evinrude cylinder head? (which bolts do start off with and which tighten last?) My lovely wife did some cleaning up in the garage and now I can't find my Evinrude factory service manual for that motor and the Seloc...
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    1972 2hp Johnson starving for gas!

    Hey guys, just fixed a 1972 2hp Johnson for a kicker and for the fun. Problem: Can not maintain idle or running if I am not pulling the choke in or out or have the choke half way out. I tried adjusting the slow idle need but no go. -the valve from the tank is wide open -the screw cap on the...
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    Question: 1957 18hp Johnson

    Hey guys, guess what? Thinking about getting another motor. The wife is going to freak....oh well! What's wrong with a 6th motor? Currently I have 1984 Evinrude 15hp, 1972 Johnson 2hp, 1971 Evinrude 9.5hp, 1967 Evinrude 6hp, and 1965 Evinrude 9.5hp I have a couple of questions: (Trying to...
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    1972 2hp Gas tank assembly

    I recently bought a 2hp Johnson ( 2R72M ) outboard to restore. The inside of the gas tank has a bit of rust that seems come off with an initial finger wipe inside. What is the best way to clean the inside of the tank and keep it protected. Thanks, Cajuncook1
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    1967 Evinrude 6hp drive shaft reinsertion problems

    I am having problems reinserting the drive shaft into the exhaust housing. Removed the lower unit to replace the water pump and now I can't get it back in. It would seem that would side back in without much difficulty. The drive shaft plate under the crankshaft seal gasket is getting stuck...
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