Wayne, The impeller is the right fit – got it from a friend who repairs many old outboards (the local marina refers people to him).
spits out water well.
Frank, could be a damaged spring. Is it a hard to replace – worth it?
Amueller, I will need to recheck the compression. I think I might give the motor to my nephew and get an electric start. I’m not getting any younger, plus the doctor thinks I will need the same rotator cuff surgery on my left arm/shoulder.
Fleetwin, It is a 1955 model per serial number – the gear oil was slightly gray but pretty good. The motor did turn over before the new impeller, and it was just as hard.
Aquasonic – I will look for a newer, old motor and definitely look for an easier start – pull or electric.
Thanks guys for commenting. It ran so great once it got going so want to keep it.
