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    No ignition

    Was wiring gauges for my 1979 evinrude 115 and fired her up to see if the tach worked. Started without a problem, tach worked so I shut her down. Tried to hook up the voltmeter without success (that will probably be another thread) wired lights, etc and tried to start her up again and nothing...
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    No spark #1 cylinder

    Can't get spark on the #1 cylinder. I thought it was the coil, so I swapped it out for a new one. Still no spark. I switched the lead from the #3 coil to the #1 and I got spark. So the A plug from the power pack doesn't seem to be working. Anything else I could try before I buy a new power...
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    Head Cover Corrosion

    There was a good amount of corrosion in the on the head covers when I pulled them. I had them media blasted by the machine shop where I took my block which revealed a good amount of pitting on the starboard side cover. I was wondering if I should paint it with a zinc chromate type paint to...
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    Temp Switch Questions

    I'm currently rebuilding a 1979 Evinrude 115 and when I pulled the head covers, I discovered that the port temp switch had completely rusted out and the starboard side has a little bit of rust on it. First, what do these do? Second, how do I test the starboard switch to see if it's still...
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    Engine Swap

    Turns out my 1979 Evinrude 115 blew a ring, scoring two cylinders and only god knows what else internally, so after looking through craigslist for a few months, I stumbled upon a deal for a 1985 Johnson 120 hp for $750 claiming to have 125 PSI in all 4 cylinders. The model # is 120TXCO, so it...
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    1979 Evinrude 115 Idle Trouble

    Hey guys, it's my first time posting in the engine forum. I posted a bit last year in the Restoration forum while I was restoring my `66 Starcraft. Now that she's been in the water for about a month this summer, the engine has been having some idle problems. I'm actually down at school, but...
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    1979 Evinrude 115 LEAK?

    Well, took my recently overhauled starcraft for its maiden voyage over the weekend and fished a salmon tournament. Here's what the engine looked like after I pulled her out: Anyone know what could be leaking? She seemed to be running a little rich and stalled a few times on the water...
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    Primer Question

    I'm planning on painting the old starcraft this week and have a question about primers. After priming with zinc chromate, can I apply the top coat, or should I use another primer? I am using benjamin moore M22 alkyd enamel for the top coat, comparable to interlux brightside. If i should use...
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    CSM or Cloth

    I'm planning on glassing the deck of a late 60's starcraft. Should I use CSM or cloth? I used CSM on the transom, which was kind of a nightmare. Fiberglass sticking to everything! If I should go with cloth, what weight?
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    Deck Rivets

    Will 5/8-3/4" grip rivets do the job for a 5/8" deck? Or should I go with 7/8-1" grip? Thanks.
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    Red Zinc chromate

    Will this primer work for priming aluminum? http://secure2.data-comm.com/servlet/RBIS/-strse-93624/Primer-Yellow-1-G/Detail It doesn't mention aluminum in the description. Will this stick to existing paint without a problem? I am using benjamin moore m22 urethane alkyd as a top coat. I...
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    Starcraft Restoration

    Hey guys, my name is Erik and I'm new to the board and to boat restoration. Well, with my last summer off probably until retirement, I'd thought I'd restore a boat. Here she is. I'm guessing she's a mid 60's, not too sure on the model. Can anyone help me out there? I looked for the...
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    "Gunk" engine degreaser

    Is this stuff safe to use for degreasing an aluminum hull? It says it's safe to use with aluminum, but I just want to double check.
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