Re: 1959 Evinrude 5.5 HP Engine

[fishing-fool]

So I think Kevin might have told me this already when he visited me, but if the engine checks out ok and we get her running, I would love to have the cowling/hood repainted and made to look better. I know on "Antiques Roadshow" that they tell you that re-doing the finish diminishes the value of stuff, but I really would like to do it. Can the original colors be obtained? And are the letters on the cowling/hood decals or painted on? And then, is there someone here in FL that is good at re-painting these that I could contact?

Thanks!