Ok - so I'm trying to understand the relationship between piston travel and point function to properly set the timing on my 35 hp Chrysler with magneto ignition. I've found the thread about using the flywheel teeth to measure crankshaft rotation. The picture above shows the timing plate with...
Hi - I'm looking for some advice on my prop. I'm pretty sure it's time for a new prop as I believe I'm experiencing cavitation. The engine would rev up and the boat would lose speed. It's done this in the past, but on the last trip out it occurred three times before I decided to head back in...
Hi folks,
Does anyone know how to set the timing on this motor without the special tool listed in the service manual? The tool screws into the spark plug hole and lets you establish when the piston is at 32 degrees before TDC. Then you use a test light to adjust the timing. If anyone is...
Hi folks - does anyone know the part nunber or availability of a lower unit seal kit for a '69 Chrysler 35 HP? I've seen some listed for '70 to '72 and was wondering if that would work in my motor.
Well, I spent about 45 minutes looking for a thread that shows specifically how to put a new transom in a fiberglass outboard. I've already glued up the replacement transom and will be encapsulating it with 1.5 oz CSM. I've seen a couple of good clamping suggestions and think I've got that...
I just painted my old Holsclaw trailer and was curious about the ground wiring. Do I have the run the ground to the trailer frame or can I run it straight from the lights to the trailer plug? Just wondering why the trailer lights are usually grounded through the trailer frame.
Thanks, Jim
Sierra makes a seal kit for '70-'72 35 hp motors. Does anyone know if this kit will work with a '69 model? I just need a prop shaft seal but I haven't seen those listed anywhere.
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With thanks to the responses on this forum, I was able to source parts and get my 1969 Chrysler 35HP running. I did a full rebuild on the carb - everything is new except for the float, put a new diapragm in the fuel pump, new plugs and installed new Fairbanks/Morse points and condensors. I...
I'm going to be replacing the flooring in my 14' FG runabout this winter. I was curious what you folks are paying for resin and where you're getting it from. Also, should I get it with or without wax? I'm planning on putting down two plies of 1.5 oz CSM and gluing marine vinyl on top of it...
What lubricant is everyone using on their cam wiper for the points (and how much)? A couple of drops of light mineral oil? I've got a '69 35HP.
Thanks,
Jim
I've got the water pump out of the motor (it's a '69) and the rubber bushing that goes between the pump housing and the water pipe is in pretty sad shape - see photo. What's this part called and is it available? Also, the impeller face surface in the housing is pitted. I guess I expected it...
I just bought an old runabout with a model # 35459 Chrysler outboard. The motor has never seen salt water, looks very clean under the cowl and starts right up. Once running, it will miss every couple of seconds throughout the RPM range. Compression is 95-100 PSI on both cylinders. I put in...
