Re: 1957 Evinrude Big Twin 35hp HELP

[danblue]

You know that little "port" on the side of the lower unit housing, (access by two screws, the screws hold that plate in place) where you access those bolts to release the lower unit? Is this cavity supposed to have water in it? I opened it up and there was grease and water in there…I was going to try to drop the lower unit, but I do not have a ratchet set to remove those two bolts that hold onto the rods that are hanging down…

Once I get the lower unit out, do I need to pull that big bar out that reaches to the engine? Unfortunately, I’m not lucky enough to have the time it will take to learn how to do this stuff the right way…I wish things were different. Could someone advise me on where I could crate this up to ship for someone to service for me? Someone trustworthy and qualified that loves these motors? Perhaps someone in New Jersey, New York, Maryland, etc…whatever it might take please.

Thanks a million for your help and advice…