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    19' Manatee Cuddy OB, Worth Restoring?

    Looked today (very briefly) at a 19' (I think) Manatee Cuddy outboard boat that seems to be in good exterior condition. The HIN is MNT113210585 which leads me to think it is a 1985. Assuming the worst case that it needs a "stringer up" restoration, including transom core, deck, etc., would the...
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    Carb difference, long vs short shaft ?

    I have a '89 40 hp evinrude long shaft, elec. start. My parts catalog lists different part #s for carb assemblies for short and long shaft motors. Are they interchangeable with minor modififications ie jets, linkage, etc. or are they completely different? Any advice greatly appreciated, I...
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    Adding ammeter?

    1989 Evinrude 40 hp E40ELCEC. Would like to add an ammeter to moniter charging system. Am I correct to place it in series in the red wire output of the rectifier? It would require about 30 ft. total wire to reach my console and back, including slack for steering, etc. I'm thinking of using...
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    Help ID Evinrude 35 hp

    My neighbor just aquired an Evinrude model E35ECIG, SN E0002201 on a 13 ft. Boston Whaler from a relative. I want him to get off on the right foot in boating and be able to get the OEM manuals, etc. What year? Any comments on this series of motors? It's an electric start, remote control...
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    Looper and Crossflow info?

    Where can I get info on the theory of operation of these motors for my own education? I would like to know the differences, similarities, pros, and cons of each.
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    Year of 85 hp Evinrude?

    Model 85995R, S/N J0002177. What year? Good motors? Pros and cons? Thanks guys, Kal
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    Substitutes for OMC lubes & sealants?

    I'm resealing my 89 40hp gearcase. The manual specifys the following: 1. OMC Triple Guard Grease 2. OMC Gasket Sealing Compound 3. OMC Adhesive M 4. OMC Moly Lube 5. OMC Lock Nut Are there equivilant products available at auto parts or other stores, or should I order and wait for OMC products?
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    89 40hp rude LU plug seal question

    When I bought this engine used 8 yrs. ago, it had a nylon washer on the drain plug and a rubber o-ring on the vent plug, and I've replaced with same ever since. Is this correct? Or does it matter as long as one or the other is used? I can't tell from the parts catalog I have, it doesn't even...
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    Warning Horn - SLOW oddities

    89 40 hp Rude, electric start, remote control. Brief history, boat and motor fully winterized and garage stored for 1 1/2 years due to work travel and kitchen remodel project. In Aug. of this past season I rolled her out and woke her up. Drained and flushed fuel tank, new fuel, fuel filter...
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    Input on OEM vs aftermarket parts?

    89 Evinrude 40 hp winter projects will be reseal gearcase, replace water pump, and possibly carb rebuilds. I would like to get opinions on whether the cost savings on aftermarket parts are worth it, or should I go OEM. I'll pony up the money for OEM if the quality of aftermarket is suspect...
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    Is there a part # / part name cross reference?

    I have purchased an OEM Owners Manual, Repair Manual, and Parts Catalogue for my 89 Evinrude 40 hp from Ken Cook (outboardbooks.com). I am very pleased with the product and service from this company, and recommend them to anyone. The parts catalogue has exploded diagrams of everything on/in...
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    89 Evinrude 40 hp blocking diode info?

    I am troubleshooting a SLOW system problem and found the blocking diode, which is supposed to isolate VRO signals from reaching the SLOW, is bad. It reads open in both directions. Does anyone know what this diode is rated, ie. 1 Amp, 2 Amp, so on? The original one is tiny, and I can't make...
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    RPM question, 40 hp evinrude

    I have a '89 40 hp on a 17' Tracker Pro Deep Vee. This came as a package from Tracker. I can get about 5200 @WOT, with a 11.75" x 17 3 blade alum. prop. That was the prop on it when I bought the rig used, and replaced it with same when the hub spun out a couple of seasons ago. I normally...
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    Is an aftermarket warning buzzer avail.? OMC

    I have a 1989 40 hp Evinrude, electric start, remote control. Model TE40ELCEC (Tracker moter). The overheat warning buzzer, located at the remote control is shot, and OMC wants $68+ for a replacement which I think is a bit steep. Does anybody know of an aftermarket unit at a more reasonable...
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