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    still no power

    I've posted in the last month or so about very little power on my 71 50hp Evinrude model 50173s. I had a spark issue which I resolved with a new coil pack. However still no power. The more weight the less power output. With just me onboard there's still a huge lack of power. So here's where I'm...
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    Slow speed carb setting

    Hey guys I'm looking for some clarification on a carb setting issue. I have read several posts that relate to setting the S/S adjustments on my 71 Evinrude 50hp. What I'm specifically wanting to know is if a guy should be in forward gear when setting these. The local marine mechanic here tells...
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    Loss of power on 71 50 Hp Evinrude

    Good morning guys. I am having a loss of power on the top end of my 71 50hp Evinrude, model 50173S. The motor starts good hot or cold. Idle and low speed operation is good. I began noticing the power loss towards the end of last boating season (we are in North Dakota). With just myself in the...
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    71 Evinrude 50 hp head bolt torque sequence

    Would anyone by chance have info on the torque sequence for a 1971 50 hp Evinrude Lark. I am installing a new head gasket and have the proper ft-lb specs but my manual only indicates tightening them evenly in three rounds starting at half of full torque, then 3/4, then full torque. If there is...
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    frustration setting carbs

    On my 1972 50 hp evinrude I recently installed carb kits and a fuel pump kit and now trying to set idle speed in the water in gear engine is very tough and will not smooth out. I get close but upon pushing neutral it sounds good then slowly dies off. Did I mess something up with fuel pump or...
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    Intermittent electric shift

    I have a 1972 Evinrude 50 hp while in neutral idle speed will kick into forward gear. Battery is a full 12.7 volts, both solenoids check out at 6 ohms. I have had some evidence of water in lower unit but change it faithfully. With fresh lube in the unit I started motor in the water to set...
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