Re: Evinrude ’57 Fisherman Throttle / Idle Adjustment?

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The book calls for 24:1 for the 5.5 hp and 16:1 for the 7.5. I used 24:1 in the test drum and it was very smoky but smoke was not noticeable on the lake after warm-up. I can go with 16:1 which may be a good compromise for the 1930 8 hp Johnson (the next motor going to try cruising with). Then I could use the same mix for both outboards. At the recommended 10:1 (I actually tried 12:1), that motor made sufficient smoke to share with the entire neighborhood.

This is off subject but I’m haven’t found any information. Has anyone tried LED boat lights? I’m interested in trying some night catfishing. I’m thinking that with LEDs, a smaller, lighter battery may last all night. What would be a good, durable set of lights to buy – and for convenience, just to power the bow and stern lights, how small can I go with the (rechargeable) battery?

THANKS!