1939 Evinrude Sportwin

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April 3, 2026 at 10:57 am #313761
Hugh Veit
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I have a 1939 Evinrude Sportwin. My goal would be to get it running again after over 35 years. It is obvious that the ignition plate needs some work (mouse problem). Are their replacement parts for the ignition system? Are there any other issues that I should be aware of when trying to get it running?
April 3, 2026 at 11:04 am #313765
Waunnaboat
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clean up the points and check for spark, and if that does not work, try replacing the condenser.

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April 3, 2026 at 5:24 pm #313820
Hugh Veit
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Some of the wires are chewed almost through. Would it be better to get new parts?
April 3, 2026 at 5:40 pm #313823
Buccaneer
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A photo of your situation would help.

You’re unlikely to find new parts for that motor.
There are several vendors that cater to the antique
outboard hobby. Some are on EBay, and there was
a list posted by Tubs recently on others.

The spark plug wires can be replaced with care.
The primary and secondary coil wiring can be patched
up, or new wires soldering onto the old wire in some
cases.

The attachments show parts for a 1938 Sportstwin.
I don’t know if that is the same as yours.

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