Re: 1959 Evinrude 18HP has power, moves water but….

[harpua]

quote Chinewalker:

Won’t take but an hour, or less if you have the parts. The driveshaft just pulls right out. Good chance to replace the waterpump impeller, too if you haven’t already.

the more i look around at engines, jack plates…..sawing the transom…lol this seems like the easiest and most viable option. Why didnt you guys say something? 😆

i am worried and heard some horror stories about the water tubes being hard to get out after so long, but you say there is an extension? do you have all the parts? and if so maybe PM me a price or give a roundabout here? thanks

i had her in a can and went WOT and didnt get the "slip" but i would really like to put her on a lower transom boat to rule out prop hub before i rip her open. I know she was serviced 3 years ago, but it wouldnt hurt to put a new pump, impeller and see whats going on in there.

i bet the 1960’s models were some of the best made. this engine is so simple and has such potential mechanically. its pretty simple and solid. easy to work on..