Old Evinrude Lark 35 horsepower

[freddie1944]

Hello, I just bought an old Evinrude . Model number is 35517 and the serial number is 15079. It has not run if five years. He said it was all winterized before he stored it. What things should I do before I try to start it.? What year is it. and it says to use one quart of oil to six gallons of gas. I would rather go a little heavy on the oil than I need to. But What mix can I use without hurting the engine.? Thank you very much for the help. I am new to boat motors.

 

[F_R]

35517 is a 1959. I'm not too much of a fan of "doing something" without knowing what it actually might need. I'd try starting it first, then go from there. For sure it needs a new impeller. And the usual hoses and stuff.

One quart of oil per tankful is correct. There is no need of dumping in more.

 

[freddie1944]

Thank you for that information. What kind of oil should I use. Modern day two cycle oil. or just 30 weight non detergent. Or something else.?

 

[F_R]

Today's TC-W3 outboard oil. It is light-years ahead of the 30 non detergent they used to run.