Re: Evinrude 1957 5.5 HP Gear Case Questions

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I want to thank every for the help. All work went well and the end is in sight. Lower unit serviced and installed. Carb rebuilt and conversion for fuel pump done. I replaced the coils and wires some years ago so the magneto checks out. Someone gave me a good single line tank to replace my extremely rusty pressure tank. Just waiting for a new prop. The old prop may have had a week spot as a blade broke off in my hand. I’m excited to use the motor again. Just some final questions please:

The roll pin at the top of the drive shaft (for the shaft to crankcase seal) was half gone, I assumed it rusted through. I replaced it with one I had on hand but now I’m concerned that the OMC part may be stainless? Is it? Will the steel pin be OK for a few years if so? I would have to drop the lower unit to change it again.

The powerhead bas gasket. Do you guys use gasket sealer on both sides of the gasket – or leave one side unsealed for easy powerhead removal?

I bought a 3/8" (7 feet long) fuel line for the tank because there were more choices than anything smaller. Will there be any issues with the Mikuni pump’s ability to pump that kind of volume?

Thanks again !!!