Well, first off I am new to the forums! So this is a good time to say hi =)<br /><br /> I recieved a 1960 75 HP Evinrude O/B, from a cousin and would like to start it up and use it for my boat. The motor has not run in 10 years. When my cousin had the motor he went through it a litle bit and ended up finding a mouse nest inside one of the Jugs. Is that even possible for a mouse to get into a Jug?...well anyways he cleaned out the nest, and honed the Cylinder out, then reassembled the heads, with same gaskets. As far as I know know the motor in general has not been touched since 1994 (10 years), nor has it seen water.<br /><br /> My biggest concern is what precautions/precedures should I perform before trying to crank it over? I purchased a manual (Seloc brand by Chiltons). I am sort of a newbie to O/B's in general. I would greatly appreciate it if you all could give me some advice on what I should do =) Do the muffs work for water?..or do I need a 55 gallon drum?<br /><br /> Also, where is the best places to purchase parts/accessories for my O/B? Thank you in advance for the advice! Much appreciated.
