Reply To: Evinrude model U

[2fast4me]

Oooookay I cleaned the model “U” and preformed an autopsy to find out why it died 50 years ago, well it may have died long before that but the guy i bought it from had it since 1970. I’m amazed people keep things as long as they do, kindred spirits I think.
Well it is stuck and the pistons are near the top and the ports are open to the crankcase so i have Some debris in the crankcase and the rings show rust. I think it best to fill the crankcase with penetrating oil and let it sit, maybe even some 16/1 mix, any thoughts? Some people swear by acetone and ATF some swear at it.
I cleaned the carb, air horn and manifold and found one mixture screw missing and the top of the float Bowel slightly cracked at a screw hole. I have a plan for that.
Gas tank has two small holes. Not worried yet!
I pulled the flywheel and cleaned everything, no parts missing. I did some polishing also.
Getting it unstuck is a priority if it won’t i may just cosmetically restore. I’ve got pictures, but it’s late. Thanks for all the help!
Jim

2Fast4Me