1956 old evinrude speedque???

[new2fish]

hello<br />Last sunday i got a gift..a 14 ft speedque?? with 5 inch dirt in it.The boat has a 1956 evinrude 30 hp on it. i think..the serial no 25526.It was setting outside for 25 years.anybody has a info on this boats??? what are my chances,this my first boat so i am cluless.i heard on a website i can paint this boat with exterior house paint,is this true?? Should i try to start the engine??<br />thank you: laszlo

 

[Solittle]

Re: 1956 old evinrude speedque???

You can do whatever you like to your boat. Whether it is worth the time and money only you can tell. My guess is that it would take a fair amount of both to get the motor running and the boat in the water in a safe condition. If you decide to do a restoration - plan on spending a lot of both. <br /><br />With this being your first boat you might want to limit what you do with this one as it probably will get frustrating and wait until you can get one in decent condition. On the other hand a restoration can be very satisfying and you will be proud of the result. Your call - - -

 

[new2fish]

Re: 1956 old evinrude speedque???

thanks for your reply ,i did start taking the boat apart, so far so good, only 10 inch sliced crack on the hull.will paint next week,cutting new floor,carpet and making the seats.my biggest think is the motor.

 

[dkondelik]

Re: 1956 old evinrude speedque???

mornin laszlo,<br /><br />those ol' JohnyRudes are pretty basic motors. take a look at the following link. it will offer some insights on restoring an old machine and may give some insights into weather it's worth pursuing.<br /><br /> http://www.precisionserv.com/Outboards/Revitalization.htm <br /><br />if you think sh'e worth the effort, get a service manual. it is well worth the $30. Also, lots of parts still available for omc so that should not be a big concern.<br /><br />let us know what you find.<br /><br />Good Luck<br />HAVE FUN!

 

[new2fish]

Re: 1956 old evinrude speedque???

thanks again<br />i will be finishing the boat first,than the motor..everything needs to be rebuild.if i can get the motor going i allways can get a another one, but i would like to use the original one