What model is this?

[Stephen Costas]

I believe this is a 1955 but I’m not sure of the model.  Is this a Lightwin?

Assuming good running condition, about how much should I pay for it.

 

Thanks.

[Sam M.]

I think this is a 1962 Evinrude Lightwin, 3hp, with a weedless lower unit.

The value depends on a lot of factors.  For example:

• Is the location near lots of collectors or not?  If there is little demand for older outboards in your area, you shouldn’t have to pay very much.  I would say definitely stay under $200 unless it will be scrapped otherwise.  I would not pay $200 for it, unless it is in that kind of danger.  You may very well be able to buy it for under $100 dollars, but the seller may then hesitate about the price.
• Has it been taken care of, both in terms of mechanical service history and overall treatment?  From the shown angle, that one looks in good cosmetic condition, but check if it is original.
• Are you certain it runs well?  If you have the seller test run it for you, make sure the water level is above the impeller and they mixed in enough oil in the fuel mix before starting it.  Common things to look out for are unclean gear oil (showing lack of maintenance), cracked ignition coils, an old impeller and an unclean fuel system.
• How many components are original, replaced, significantly damaged or missing?

[JACQUES]

well that little 3hp  is pretty clean looking for it’s age so it was pampered or left alone  for years…the  JOhnson JW series  and Evinrude eqv. are great kickers smooth running all day long saves using oars to get back to shore  if a bigger engine conks out.  cheap on fuelsmooth running

1963 3hp Evinrude Lightwin Outboard Motor

yes it likely need new  coils  (nothing complicated) , ignition parts like condensers if never  replaced.   see pic. of cracked coils on a 18hp    same coils same basic design as a 3hp.

To service the JW and EV   3hp  download this  book free  it covers all you need !   Points can be touched up  and perfectly ok

https://www.socalaomci.com/library/johnson_service_manual_10th_edition.pdf

lots of utubes to help out and leroy’s site  and guidance here on aomci    .. a fresh water engine should be $100 + and will provide years of  easy  cruising and maintenance.  parts available .   Even at $150 I think it would be a good deal… do a trial run if possible but keep in mind  a simple dirty carb can help you negotiate the price down  ( easy to fix later and a great hobby)..

pull the starter cord just to confirm it is not seized but… even that can be fixed up if just stuck  (another price negotiating argument)

Johnson

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[Sam M.]

JACQUES wrote:

Duckworks Magazine

Big thanks for posting this link.  I have had a lot of trouble finding this page with the list of Max’s articles from Googling!

[JACQUES]

Stephen… on top of the duck works page is referrence toa manual  called CHEAP OUTBOARDS available in kindle ( the printed book is crazy $$$$$)

 

the book does not cover  the 3hp pr say  but has a good write up on the magneto.   the large manual johnson service bible…may be your best bet   just download and print locally  in 2 bnders  about 250 pages etach .

 

AS a qwicky set up…..points need to be adjusted at .020 gap on the high point of the cam lobe.

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[Mumbles]

Most importantly, this motor should only be run  on a 16:1 fuel mix due to its internal design. Any less oil mixed in with the gas is  inviting trouble.

[Sam M.]

Stephen, apart from a check over of the motor if you go to see it, I reccomend you ask the seller if they’ve ever ran it themselves and what is the fuel mix ratio for the motor.  Then keep in mind Mumbles’ comment if they did run it themselves.

[Tubs]

 

If that motor is in running condition, I feel he would find a lot of interest up to $175.00 from those looking for one. If it has been sitting for the last 50 years, it will need at least coils, carb kit, and impeller, which depending on the quality of parts, will be over $100.00. Because of the condition of the motor, I feel I wouldn’t have any problem getting $125.00, not running, at a  club swap meet. It’s not hard to get more in these than they are worth. For most it’s a hobby, like golf. You may have to pay a little to play from time to time. The factory oil recommendation can be found under the choke knob. 1/3 of a pint would be 24 to one, not 16 to 1.  I have 59 & a 61. I’ve had the 61 -19 years. I’ve had the 59 – 55 years. Because of the improvements in oil, I run 3 oz of oil per gallon (42 to 1) in them without any trouble. Video link below. Not a recommendation. My experience for you to use to decide how much oil you would be comfortable with. Video Link –   https://youtu.be/r1vVMls8OU4?si=255PdIjuKDI9-_vj  

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

[Sam M.]

Tubs wrote:

Because of the improvements in oil, I run 3 oz of oil per gallon (42 to 1) in them

That’s with full synthetic oil though, right?

[JACQUES]

I just run my oldies   at 1L/25L fuel    25/1    maybe a bit lean for some  and rich for others but no problems so far.

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