1939 Champion S1E 2.9hp – Photos needed

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  • April 26, 2017 at 11:56 pm #6854
    ausf233
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      Hello all,

      Recently I was gifted a 1939 Champion S1E 2.9hp outboard that had been refinished in non-standard colors by its previous owner.

      Other than the gas tank and associated fittings which are currently missing, it appears to be complete and mechanically sound. I would therefore like to return it to original condition at some stage in the near future.

      To facilitate the restoration, I am in need of photos of original, unmolested Champion S1E outboards. Unfortunately there’s not a lot on the internet, and therefore I am hoping users of these boards may be able to assist. Any photos you can provide would be much appreciated.

      Thanks in advance & regards,
      Spiro

      April 27, 2017 at 1:16 am #56704
      garry-in-michigan
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        I only have a S2 Champion picture. Most pre World War Two outboards were painted Aluminum and the color was in the decals. . . 😀

        April 27, 2017 at 5:29 am #56710
        ausf233
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          Thank you Garry, much appreciated.

          I’ll await a few other replies also, as photos will also help to identify any non-original parts fitted also.

          Kind Regards,
          Spiro

          April 27, 2017 at 4:44 pm #56722
          kees
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            I think that you are talking about this model
            it has the so called "toilet seat" model tank on it
            found this image through google, but I have this model also in my collection
            and that’s the proof of the S1E model you mean.

            April 27, 2017 at 11:41 pm #56739
            Anonymous

              This search:
              https://www.google.com/search?q=1939+ch … 44&bih=634

              Shows images from an eBay sale of a 1939 Champion 3.2HP outboard motor Model D1E, serial number 9817 (images no longer on eBay)

              April 28, 2017 at 10:56 am #56760
              ken-w
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                April 28, 2017 at 11:27 pm #56777
                ausf233
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                  Thank you all for your assistance.

                  There is a bloke on eBay advertising a fuel tank for a 1939 S1E at the moment. It’s a different design altogether and clearly incorrect based on your information.

                  You’ve therefore saved me some money, time and frustration and I greatly appreciate that.

                  Ken W, the quality of those restorations are spectacular. Are those outboards yours?

                  Thanks again & regards,
                  Spiro

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