Trouble syncronizing timing '64 28HP

[63special]

I am having a tough time with the timing syncronization on my '64 Evinrude 28HP. The rubber roller that contacts the timing cam has a worn spot as if the previous owner stored it for some time with the throttle open. Can anyone tell me where I can find this idler wheel? It doesn't appear to have a retainer on it's shaft, so I may need the whole linkage piece.<br />Thanks.

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: Trouble syncronizing timing '64 28HP

Twin City outboards or benren@mhcable.com (partsforoutboards) could probably help you.<br />You remove the roller by pulling up on the center stainless steel pin. It's retained in the brass linkage part by friction alone. I normally use a pair of vicegrip pliers for this.<br />If you want, you could probably just put a couple brass washers or a nut between the brass part of the linkage and the roller to push the roller a little higher and avoid the flat spot.<br />Good luck!

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: Trouble syncronizing timing '64 28HP

Ludlow.... The roller assy is a one piece assy item, OMC part #376477, list for about $30.00. Is listed as still being available at your local dealership.

 

[63special]

Re: Trouble syncronizing timing '64 28HP

Thanks Joe and Paul, that was quick! Between the two of you, I know I can try to make it work and if I screw it up, I can find a new one. Great site and super response. Hopefully I will have no more trouble outboarding, but I'll probably be back.<br />Thanks again.

 

[63special]

Re: Trouble syncronizing timing '64 28HP

So I thought I'de follow up on the fix. I went to my local bearing house with the old rubber roller wheel. They set me up with a roller bearing (steel) and a brass bushing that adapted the ID to the match the pin that held the old roller. The new roller worked like a champ and my syncronization worked great. Total cost was about $6.00. I meant to follow up with this sooner, but I've spent most the summer out on the water. I am keeping an eye on the bronze timming plate to ensure the vibration doesn't cause a chatter that could dammage it. I lubed it up good too. I recently picked up a spare timing plate off eBay in case this does become a problem, in which case I'll have to go back to rubber. So far, so good. <br />Thanks again.