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    Decals for my 40HP 1985 Evinrude

    My dear old 1985 40 Evinrude is a silver blue color that was pretty standard I think.<br /><br />The motor, gearbox and overall engine condition is fantastic, except for the PTT which I am trying to bring back to 'as new' working condition.<br /><br />The cowling has been overly exposed to the...
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    Decals for my 40HP 1985 Evinrude

    My dear old 1985 40 Evinrude is a silver blue color that was pretty standard I think.<br /><br />The motor, gearbox and overall engine condition is fantastic, except for the PTT which I am trying to bring back to 'as new' working condition.<br /><br />The cowling has been overly exposed to the...
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    1985 40HP PTT assembly replacement

    I have a 40HP Evinrude where the engine while raised gradually lowers itself and the hydraulics dont hold it up for long. The Mechanic said it would cost more to repair the seals etc on the rams than the motor would be worth.... so, any ideas on where I can purchase a second hand ram and / or...
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    4 Stroke OB best for me?

    I presently have a 83 2 stroke Evinrude 40hp engine on the rear of a 4.3 meter aluminium runablut used for fishing / crabbing and a bit of kid fun running around etc.<br /><br />I am looking at replacing with a 4 stroke of similar power. SAlt water use<br /><br />Can anyone advise the best...
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    Best 40 - 50HP Outboard on the market.

    Hey up to date gurus out there, can those who done any research suggest what is the best 2002-2003 40-60 HP motor on the market regardless of cost.<br /><br />Is 4 stroke or 2 stroke better?<br /><br />I will be using it for fishing, crabbing, and a bit of general boating on an aluminium 4.3m...
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    Evinrude 1985 40HP - Lay up for 6 months procedure

    Can anyone out there please advise me of any special procedures that need to be carried out prior to leaving my engine (and boat) in the garage at my beach house at Queensland (Australia) for 6 months or so until it's next use.<br /><br />I had heard that corrosion in the cylinders can build up...
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    Evinrude 1985 40HP - Impeller change

    Can anyone out there please advise how to change the water pump impeller on the above motor. Is it a big issue?
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    Evinrude 40hp weight and Jap replacement alternative?

    I would like to know the weight of a 1985 40hp Evinrude if anyone can help me?<br /><br />I have a Stessl 4.3M Alum runabout for fishing and general running about, with the Evinrude 40hp on it, however am considering replacing it with a 50hp of some sort, hopefully lighter but more HP? Could...
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    Evinrude 40HP - Correct Age

    How do I ascertain the age of an Evinrude motor
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    1985 Evinrude 40HP Tilt / Trim fill up

    Two queries?<br /><br />How do I check fot the adequacy of fluid in my trim tilt resovoir / mechnism?<br /><br />If low, how do I fill the resovoir on my power trim tilt mechanism. I have a feeling the level is lower than it is supposed to be?<br /><br />The mechanism is the type with a...
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    Power Trim / Tilt

    I have a 1985 40HP Evinrude outboard with Power trim / tilt. When tilted up the outboard gradually lowers itself to a point where it would be hard to know the power tilt was holding it up. There seems only minor oil leaks on the tops of the hydraulic rams which leads me to wonder what else could...
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