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Yes, I got my Johnson 4.5 HP sorted out a few years back, and I think this motor (Evinrude) will take the same. It did play a trick on me yesterday on the way out to the big boat. Crapped out from fuel starvation. Not sure what happened, but the fuel line lost its prime. It took some time to get the line re-primed. Meanwhile, as we were floating adrift in the harbor, the Admiral asked where is the paddle? . . . My response "back at the house . . . "The EVINRUDE is a smooth runner if in good condition.------One issue with them is a weak head gasket when new.-----Replacement gasket ( SIERRA ) is improved with metal rings.-----May need to adjust slow speed mixture.-----I own many of these 6 HP models ( 66 to 79 ) and they are fantastic motors.----Easy to find new / used parts for them.
I think the Evinrude may need some fuel pump maintenance.