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    Trailer sits too low

    I have a 1996 Jeep GC with a 5000 lb towing capacity pulling a 1987 Shoreland'r trailer and Starcraft 22' boat. Starcraft advertises the total tow weight at 3700 lbs, well within the JGC's capacity.<br /><br />But, the trailer sits low, despite new 14" wheels and proper inflation. The trailer...
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    Evinrude 40 - 1974 LU fit a 1960 engine?

    I have a 1960 Lark 40. Bought a 1974 40 hp lower unit, new in box at a great price. Looked the same externally and all bolt holes.<br /><br />Got it home and realized I didn't look closely enough as the water pump and water tubes are different. Still think that it might fit with different water...
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    Tiny Tach on my Old Evinrude

    Just installed a Tiny Tach on my 1960 Evinrude Lark 40. Works Great!<br /><br />This is a magneto ignition engine, two cylinder, two stroke, two sets of points. Not easy to find a tachometer that would work on it. Tiny Tach model TT226R-1c. Ordered an extra long 14' wire. Simple installation -...
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    Evinrude Lower Unit Interchange

    I have a 1960 Lark 40, which has gearcase corrosion leaks that I can't stop.<br /><br />Last year, I met a guy who had a warehouse down the street filled with 1974 OMC 40 hp spare parts that he bought from the Isreali Military. Made in Belgium, all in unopened dusty boxes. Bought a carb and two...
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    1960 Evinrude Vacuum cut-out switch

    Last year, when I restored my boat and engine, I got an NOS 1960 Evinrude 40 powerhead for my 1959 Lark engine. (I also got a 1960 Lark hood to make it look correct).<br /><br />Anyway, I had a problem last season with the motor cutting out at the very end of the throttle run. Just at the last...
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