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    1993 Mercury (8 HP) outboard. Propeller shaft doesn't turn

    Re: 1993 Mercury (8 HP) outboard. Propeller shaft doesn't turn Yup! The long shaft is busted right below the water pump. Found some sand (not allot) inside the water pump too. I'm still trying to get the busted piece out of the lower unit. The bottom half of the water pump is connected to a...
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    1993 Mercury (8 HP) outboard. Propeller shaft doesn't turn

    Just picked up an 8HP outboard off Craigslist for $200 (no prop though). The engine runs the gear shifter seems to work. However when I put in gear the lower horizontal shaft (prop connects to) doesn't spin. The previous owner said he hit a sand bar pretty hard and the issue is most likely in...
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    1951 Evinrude 14hp 4441 - Need carb kit and impeller

    I'm having a hard time finding a carb kit and impeller for a 1951 Evinrude 14HP (modal 4441). I've never had an problem finding parts for Johnson/Evinrude motors but this one is taking its toll. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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    Crigslist Ad for 1983 mercury 7.5 hp (asking $550)

    AD: Seems like a good deal but I don't know a whole lot about the older Mercury outboards. Are the older mercury outboards known for having problems? I've always stuck with Johnson/Evinrude motors from the 50s and 60s and they have always been very reliable. Does $550 seam like a good deal...
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    Sheared off flywheel bolt (1957 Scott Atwater 3875 10HP)

    I was given a 1957 Scott Atwater (10HP) outboard; which has been sitting for so long, the pistons are seized. Two cans of WD40 and a week later, the pistons finally break free. But I ended up shearing off the flywheel bolt in the process... (nothing was used for additional leverage, All I had...
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    Briggs & Stratton 5hp - Craigs List AD

    I'm looking for 5 - 7HP engine. This deal seems almost too good to be true though. It's a newer motor and he/she is asking @ $400 for it. Does this raise any red flags? http://toledo.craigslist.org/boa/1823346904.html
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    1956 Evinrude Lightwin 3HP - 2 MPH!

    I rebuilt the carb and fired it up in a trash can; adjusted the low and high speed valves; water is flying everywhere! The engine sounds really strong. Great! :D I mount it to my 12ft john boat and take for a spin. At full throttle, the engine RPMs is NOWHERE near what I getting during my test...
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    1956 Evinrude Lightwin 3HP - Overheating

    I have heard that the older Evinrude motors were designed to run slightly hot. But, what is too hot? I replaced the impeller and started up the motor in a trash can. After allowing the engine to run at full throttle for 5 minutes, I used an IR gun to get some temperature readings. Directly...
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    Mid 50's Evinrude Fleettwin (Seller Wants $50)

    I posted a wanted AD on craig's list for an old Evinrude motor that needed some work. I got the following email today (no pictures were sent): I called the seller and was told the motor sat in his grandfather's shed for many years and the pistons are seized up. The seller also stated that...
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    1956 Evinrude 3hp Lightwin - Did I buy the wrong Carb Kit??

    According the merchant's website, this kit should work for my carburetor. http://www.boatsportandtackle.com/servlet/the-1051/CARBURETOR-KIT-WITH-FLOAT/Detail Yet, I cannot find any other references online stating this is the correct kit. Everyone else (forums, blogs, various e commerce sites)...
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    1956 Evinrude - New Impeller (tight fit?)

    I used www.outboard-boat-motor-repair.com as reference for ordering new parts. This is a great site; I cannot thank the author enough for sharing this information. While I was tearing apart the gear housing, I noticed some differences with the replacement part (NAPA Part Number 18-3001). For...
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    Low head dams

    Went tubing down the Raisin River today (Monroe, MI) and was caught in the backwash of a low head dam. Didn't realize the damn was ahead until it was too late. Fortunately the tube didn't flip while I was going over it; I did have my PFD on. I'm not sure how long I was stuck; my best guess is 5...
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    12 ft Jon boat ? Transom Replacement

    I have a very old (badly beat up and patched) Jon boat I purchased for $100. My goal is to restore this boat for some weekend Bass fishing. The transom wood was so rotted; I was able to remove 100 % of the wood with my bare hands. I removed both aluminum corner supports and attempted to bend...
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    Help Wanted (i.e. idiot?s guide to buying a used outboard -10 HP or less)

    I?m seeking advice for purchasing a used outboard motor (10 hp or less). All suggestions are welcome and greatly appreciated. Scenario: 1, Initial phone/email conversation: You find a good deal on Craig?s list (or news paper ad, boat trader, etc) and decide to call/email the seller. 1a...
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    Evinrude 3hp Lightwin Pouring Gas From Carb

    Just rebuilt the carburetor on an old litewin; the engine screams when I fire it up! I?m shocked how this 50 year old engine runs. I?m just having one minor problem?I can?t figure out my carburetor is leaking. I?ve torn the carb apart 4 times and adjusted the float with NO success? The engine...
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    1956 Evinrude 3hp Lightwin Carb Float

    I cannot find a carb rebuild kit (with a float) that?s compatible with a 1956 Evinrude 3hp Lightwin. The float needs to be replaced. I also found some posts which mention a ?clip? (small spring) that is attached to the needle? My needle does not have this spring, is this spring necessary for...
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