What are the points on a 1957 Evinrude?
1957 Evinrude 18 HP restoration — need to verify point and plug gaps. 4hp Johnson Seahorse points, plugs and mixture settings? 1963 18hp Fastwin low idle and points adjustment?
What kind of spark plugs do Evinrude motors use?
EVINRUDE/JOHNSON MOTORS SHIP WITH CHAMPION SPARK PLUGS. WE RECOMMEND NGK INSTEAD, AND TRADITIONAL ELECTRODE-GAP RATHER THAN SURFACE-GAP PLUGS WHERE POSSIBLE. WE HAVE FOUND THAT THE SURFACE-GAP PLUGS, WHILE LASTING LONGER, SEEM TO HAVE A SLIGHT PERFORMANCE HIT OVER THE STANDARD PLUGS.
What does the model number on an Evinrude Outboard mean?
The model number will identify the year and certain details of that motor. 1980-Present: Evinrude outboards from 1980 to the present use a model number that can help determine the year and features of the motor.
What are the ignition timings for an Evinrude Outboard?
Ignition Timing Specifications Set the timing for 30-horsepower and 55-horsepower motors between 0 and 2 degrees after top dead center, or ATDC, at a motor speed of 725 rpm to 775 rpm, and 18 to 20 degrees before top dead center, or BTDC, at 4,500 rpm to 5,000 rpm.
1957 Evinrude 18 HP restoration — need to verify point and plug gaps. 4hp Johnson Seahorse points, plugs and mixture settings? 1963 18hp Fastwin low idle and points adjustment?
What kind of spark plugs do Evinrude outboard motors use?
Champion Spark Plugs for Evinrude Outboard Motors. Champion spark plugs are original equipment on many outboard and inboard motors and are excellent replacements for everyday engine maintenance.
What should the timing be on an Evinrude Outboard?
For 60-horsepower to 70-horsepower motors, set the timing between 1 and 4 degrees ATDC at a motor speed of between 750 rpm and 850 rpm; at 4,500 rpm to 6,000 rpm, set the timing at between 18 and 20 degrees, BTDC.
What kind of Tune Up do I need for my Evinrude?
The tune-up specifications for Evinrude outboard motors include the ignition timing adjustment, the idle speed — which is electronically controlled in motors above 70-horsepower, the magneto breaker point gap for the smallest Evinrudes — the Colt and Colt Jr., and the valve clearance for both intake and exhaust valves for all motors.