Spark plugs

john5587

Cadet
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Aug 19, 2002
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I just bought an old 65 evinrude 40 hp, i already changed the oil in the foot, now i need to change the plugs, anyone know what the gap is for this particular motor. thanks for any help.
 

Fontanaman

Seaman
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Mar 18, 2002
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50
Re: Spark plugs

According to "The Old Outboard Book" by Peter Hunn, you should be using Champion J4C plugs (replacement for the old J4J gapped at .030. Hope that helps.<br />Adam
 

Whitlers

Seaman
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Aug 3, 2002
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59
Re: Spark plugs

Just a suggestion you may want to check the plug wires and points as well. set the plug gap at 0.020
 
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