1983 Evinrude telltail

bodega

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I had the impeller replaced last year. De-winterized it and ran it in a tank. The tell tail is strong when revved up but only dribbles when idling. Is this normal?
 

fireman57

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Re: 1983 Evinrude telltail

I won't be as strong as at WFO but it should be more than a dribble. What model are you talking about? When you have idled for three or four minutes put your fingers on the head and see if you can hold them there for a long three count. If you can't you are overheating, if you can then I wouldn't worry about it but would still check it once in a while. Could be a restriction in the water jacket or your pump may be weak. Telltale might get stronger in the water when it is at the right level on the engine.
 

bodega

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Re: 1983 Evinrude telltail

Thanks for the help. I'll stay close to the launch ramp...just in case. The model # is E10RCTC
 
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