Newbie Tool Must Have

[Michael Zampini]

Total newbie to working on outboards.  I have a 1973  Evinrude 6hp Fisherman and also a 1989 Evinrude 40 hp electric start tiller. Not totally an “antique”, but still old for me. These were both my Dad’s engines he kept them well maintained and stored clean.

I’m an empty nester and want to get these tuned up (neither has run in 15 yrs). What tools do you recommend I start with.   I do have a compression gauge, torque wrench, socket set in Metric and Inches.  Screwdrivers, hammers, feeler gauges, original manuals that came with the engines and also two shop manuals.  Did my Dad miss leaving me anything I’ll need before going on this exciting adventure.

thanks-mz

[Buccaneer]

An OMC style, heavy duty flywheel puller.

Something similar to this one, heavy duty, and with a variety of
different size shoulder bolts

https://www.ebay.com/itm/297470873134?_skw=omc++flywheel+puller&itmmeta=01K1C15VFM0CPMXCY6C4Y9EXTW&hash=item4542a54e2e:g:5FgAAOSwTtllofl0&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA0FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1d7%2FGWmltsY%2BTbLogqNynERVJGsWelf9WsNMaw6UsDWifUkufAsD%2BRjsLQsrsY4im6NMy%2FBYuup1eOH8uWJDbV5oqDO9LKGAf1TE4U1CbjtDz1LVti%2Fre%2FJkf%2FBjUhrnCSKDcjQVXWxL5Ep5rc8znoLfHUT5uqR43xcOIEMYpF02ON8XOu95EMsKrBBGzzeWAQv73tlyZXtwMFxboZPkKjX4lfPzaroEICiQeD8ZPoNah8QiddHzgBai2bo8FjRTbc%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_63l4GLZg

Prepare to be boarded!

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[seakaye12]

Well said Buc.  If you and I had a dollar for every flywheel or crankshaft that was damaged by the incorrect use of  the wrong type of puller…..we’d have enough money to buy more outboards at Tomahawk!

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Michael Zampini

[Edwin Howard]

I would also recommend getting a strap wrench. They are great at holding flywheels in place while removing/torquing the flywheel nut. They really work great for getting a grip on round parts like flywheels/oil filters. I have an 18 inch strap wrench that will get a good grip on most older omc flywheels

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[Gary Haight]

I suggest getting a lower end gear oil pump to fill the gear case. Also a digital volt/ohm meter to check continuity and resistance. Both tools can be purchased fairly cheap and are very useful.

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Michael Zampini

[Tubs]

Tool I use the most. Seems like most every day it comes in handy for something. 

 

A "Boathouse Repair" is one that done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.

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Michael Zampini

[outbdnut2]

In addition to the tools the others mentioned, I recommend a long – longnose pliers and one that has the nose end at an angle.  Good for retrieving screws, nuts, snap-rings, etc.  dropped under the carb, and other places.  Like the set below for about $10.00.  When working with screws and nuts on or near the powerhead, in some cases it’s a good idea to put a rag or big paper towel under the work area to catch dropped  parts:

Dave

https://www.harborfreight.com/11-in-straight-90-offset-long-reach-pliers-2-piece-64081.html

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Michael Zampini

[PM T2]

Don’t buy any of these

Best,
PM T2

He's livin' in his own private Idaho..... I hope to go out quietly in my sleep, like my grand-dad did..... and not screaming, like the passengers in his car...

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Michael Zampini

[fleetwin]

The OMC main jet remover/installation tool is a must:    317002

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Michael Zampini

[aquasonic]

A good handheld impact driver and associated bit set is one of the most important tools for this hobby.

Improvise-Adapt-Overcome

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