Reply To: Re-built Evinrude 18 HP 1960 won’t start

[Steve D]

I would avoid the use of starter spray. It strips away the oil and lessens protection of moving parts. Spray some pre-mix in the throat if you have to but a good working choke might just be all you need. And of course make sure the throttle is advanced far enough in neutral, the cap is tight on the tank and pump it up until the you see fuel in the glass sediment bowl and the button is nice and firm.