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    At wits end 1997 Evinrude 40 hp won't idle and stay running.

    I have previously posted about my 1997 Evinrude 40 hp (e40tleuc),but I still haven't been able to get it running. It has now started and run until I turned the water on to the muffs. That little bit of load made it quit running and now refuses to restart. I have: Replaced all fuel lines except...
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    correct spark plug gap for 1997 evinrude 40 hp

    Pretty basic question, but I can't find it antwhere. Please, what is the correct spark plug gap for a 1997 evinrude 40 hp motor? Thanks.
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    racerone - part number for two nipple fuel pump for 1997 40 hp

    Could you please tell me where to find a two nipple fuel pump for a 1997 40 hp motor? I have a three nipple version, but I read over and over in previous threads that the two nipple version is the most ideal model. Thanks.
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    1997 40 hp starts on starting fluid then dies

    Installed a used powerhead, removed VRO and replaced with a fuel pump then installed dealer rebuilt carbs. Motor started with starting fluid, ran for about a minute. Now will start momentarily with starting fluid, but then no more. Disconnected fuel line going into the little plastic manifold...
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    Am I being misled? 1999 Johnson 40 hp vs 50 hp

    I started with a 1999 Johnson 50 hp motor. The powerhead froze up due to lack of oil from the VRO. Rod broke through the block. Searched the Internet for solutions within my budget. Bought a used 40 hp powerhead from a dealer. Advertised to have 150# compression in both cylinders and...
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