Re: Need info on evinrude row boat motors pre 1918.

[Anonymous]

Hi Moxie man,
The reversing mechanism is usually worn out. With the motor not running on a stand rotate the tiller handle to the reverse position "R" grab the gear case you should be able to rotate the gear case clockwise until it hits it’s stop position with the front side of the gear case facing the backside of the motor. Rotate the tiller handle to the forward position " F" again rotate the gear case clockwise until it hits it’s stop position with the front side of the gear case facing the front of the motor. Worn out parts are plentiful. ( most are in need of machine work ) In my experience most ERBM gear cases need to be rebushed and have the shafts replaced, in some cases even a set of gears may be needed. Everyone operates to a different set of standards as to what is an acceptable rebuild.
Flywheel mags can also be a challenge.

Respectfully