1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

[oldboat1]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

OK! but now you need another motor to use with that extra flywheel nut.

I would take it as a good sign that the compression is even between cylinders. Where are you with the lower unit stuff? in process of replacing impeller, or beyond that already? Curious about the electric starting system too. I've never converted a 6 volt system, but maybe that is nothing more than changing out the starter?? (High Trim -- you there?) Likewise, I'm not sure how to tell whether it's still a 6 volt system, other than maybe damaging a 6 volt starter, I mean. I've heard of using 6 volt batteries (old tractors, maybe), and think they would be available.

will keep checking in to see how it's going.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

The 6 volt starters are fine with the 12 volt batteries.

The starter solenoid must be 12 volt, as does the choke solenoid. 12 volts will fry a 6 volt choke solenoid pretty quickly. I have not had a problem with the mercury switches.

Another option, which is easier, is to install a resistor in the system, to drop it down to 6 volts. That way, everything is protected. Here is a diagram of how to do it.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

OK! but now you need another motor to use with that extra flywheel nut.

roflmao

I do not want to get a divorce.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

I have a 6 volt battery on board. starter spins nicely. Thankfully. I shudder to think about electrical mods.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

This weekend, will drop lower unit, (since I now know how to do it) put in new impeller, pump gear lube in lower unit - it has been "draining" the nasty imulsified goo that used to be gear lube for what will be a week.

Will re attach steering cables and the like.

If it looks dry enough (dry weather, my approach to my boat ramp is unpaved) maybe I will be tempted...

 

[oldboat1]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

That's interesting info. High Trim. I had a chance last Summer on an electric '56, but passed on it -- mostly because of overall sorry condition. There was a starter bracket, but no starter, along with part of a harness. Didn't know about the resistor option, and that is useful for future reference. (should have bought it just for the bracket and assorted other parts -- not sure whether a '57 or '58 bracket and starter would bolt up to a '56. If so, thinking I might have enough "backstock" to convert a manual start model.)

pro-crastinator -- If you do some cosmetic work on that motor, I can come up with a color match code for the polychromatic blue. Great project you have there!

 

[HighTrim]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

you would think that wouldn't you. Unfortunately, OMC didn't allow us to do such conversions. Have to use the 6 volt starter and bracket.

 

[oldboat1]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

nuts. had hopes. makes it tougher.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

Thanks for all the input guys.
I just ordered a head gasket. Its being drop shipped from a FL location.
Sierra is not listing them anymore - got kind of nervous when everybody said they didn't have a listing in their books.

Re the cosmetics - The motor looks ok but has its share of "bruising". Original paint faded on top.

The new paint is gonna be a future item on the to do list. Thanks for the heads up on paint.

I'll keep y'all in the loop. There ought to be some progress after this weekend. Wish me luck.

 

[oldboat1]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

Decals look pretty good, but can come up with a lead for replacements of those too, if you need it. Good Luck. Thanks for the updates and pics.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

just got an email that cancelled my head gasket order. crap.

any ideas?
My NAPA guy says its not in his book. out of production. double crap.

 

[nwcove]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

if 0302583 is the right part number, marineengine has six in stock, $45 tho.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

PM sent.

 

[jb93]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

I had to buy one of these recently. These guys have it for $25.65. 0302583 HEAD GASKET | Johnson, Evinrude & OMC | Crowley Marine

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

pic 1 - Who can tell me what this screw "does" - besides "holds stuff tight".
I'm wondering if the gear shift shaft seal is letting water in lower unit. - and if this screw has a hand in replacement of that seal.

pic 3 - should I suspect this seal failing because of water in lower end grease?

Impeller looked practically new when I replaced it. There definately a "learning curve" in the removal of the impeller housing. SHarply pulling the drive shaft brought it out after several try's. Kinda nerve racking for the first time.

SO - shopping list to include: head gasket, O ring for shaft, grommet for top of impeller housing, gasket seals for gear lube drain/fill screws.




Put the boat in the lake. I still need a proper fuel tank. Used a plastic vessel instead of glass. 16 ozs aint much but I was hungry to hear her run. First time boat was in lake. It was an emotional roller coaster. good, and less than good. I figure that is par for the course for the first time out.

Started nicely, idled nicely, when in gear and climbing the rpm's - hit a point where she coughed, sneezed and died.
Easy to re start, turned and motored back to dock. Suspect high speed "screw" not optimal.
Lots of water coming out of exhaust port.
Interesting note - the pressure line from carb to fuel tank had a small amount of black fuel coming thru the line.
Not much, I figured it was fuel, dirtied by carbon. COuld be evidence that carb needs to be pulled and rebuilt.
I am leaning in that direction, in a big way.

 

[HighTrim]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

Pic 1: That screw should NOTbe there. Icannot remember off hand if that is a drain hole, or nothing without looking at one.

Pic 3, yes water can get in the drive shaft seal. I just promote total reseals and be done with it. Kits are only 20 bucks.

Yes, Iwould clean out the carb, and rebuild as needed. Also change fuel lines if original.

 

[oldboat1]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

but ya gotta have a tank! points for creativity for sure, but can't do any trial or testing work without a working pressure tank.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

but ya gotta have a tank! points for creativity for sure, but can't do any trial or testing work without a working pressure tank.

Truer words were never spoken.

 

[pro-crastinator]

Re: 1956 Evinrude Q's - pics

Also - nobody noticed the boat lift that got squashed by a pine tree in the last pic.
ice storm