Just acquired another vintage Evinrude, 6HP, 6903M-E01331, 10 years newer than my 1959 5.5HP Golden Jubilee.
Hoping that is 10 years of progress. Definitely lighter and more compact. Looks easier to work on too.
I know on the 1959 model, I have to pull the powerhead to replace the impeller.
Is this 1969 the same procedure?
The rope starter column setup is definitely an improvement.
Are there any other notable differences or improvements from 1959 to 1969?
Any particular weaknesses on this '69 that I should be aware of while bringing it back to life?
Seems to have real good compression. Everything turns, F & R.
The only red flag I see is the thermostat gasket is partially blown out of place.
PO said it came on a sailboat he inherited 6 years ago. Said it ran before he got it, but never got his boat in the water. He also said it was a 1985, but coming from a distant relative a long ways off, probably an honest mistake.
Thanks, Dave
Hoping that is 10 years of progress. Definitely lighter and more compact. Looks easier to work on too.
I know on the 1959 model, I have to pull the powerhead to replace the impeller.
Is this 1969 the same procedure?
The rope starter column setup is definitely an improvement.
Are there any other notable differences or improvements from 1959 to 1969?
Any particular weaknesses on this '69 that I should be aware of while bringing it back to life?
Seems to have real good compression. Everything turns, F & R.
The only red flag I see is the thermostat gasket is partially blown out of place.
PO said it came on a sailboat he inherited 6 years ago. Said it ran before he got it, but never got his boat in the water. He also said it was a 1985, but coming from a distant relative a long ways off, probably an honest mistake.
Thanks, Dave