yard sale 1956 evinrude cold start

picked this up at a yard sale last week with unknown condition of what shape it is in, so lets go find out.

[@vettemaniac2237]

LOVE the vintage look of that old Evinrude.

[@shannondool6349]

Great videos and I like the information ya put with them, like the antique trail bikes, very informative thanks

[@brwlegge]

it is the pure joy you get out of fixing things that we use in our lives. Very real and so entertaining.

[@lrrowley]

Such a cool outboard. Love the design.

[@cynthiahofer2903]

I agree with Kevin also. It is really fun to see old engines come back to life and to listen to someone who can pinpoint what needs to be done. My son is a mechanic and I am always amazed.

[@ericwhitlow7364]

Love it. Great video. Great find.

[@jamessistrunk2389]

When my brother and I were kids in the mid to late 60's our Dad had a 1957 10hp Evinrude outboard. We would go bream fishing in different area lakes and that motor never let us down. I often think of those days and that motor.Good memories.

[@kevindinsdale8204]

Why do we like your videos?. It is because of your narration, it seems as if you are talking personally to everyone who watches. And you make the subject matter so addictive.

[@jimbobtheimpaler8403]

I agree. The best teachers are ones that pull you into what they are doing physically and what they are talking about. The subject matter of this channel is outstanding. I am always learning new things here. Plus I now keep my eye open for them FREE piles lol.

[@ChonkBob]

I agree as well. Very well put Kevin

[@foghornleghorn4197]

Mustie said in one of his videos he worked for Gillette Razor as a mechanic then as a Group Leader. Corporate training focuses almost entirely on communication and presentation skills and style. His style is perfect. Thats my take anyway.

[@chris_vandepeer]

Tell me and i will forget Teach me and i may remember Involve me and i will learn

[@fl3162]

"If you are interested in something then you become interesting" - this is why I watch your videos and many, many other skilled mechanics & other trades on KZbin.

[@FSEVENMAN]

dude that engine is one hell of a find. I had a nearly identical Johnson seahorse 1956 7.5 hp. two cylinder 2 cycle and that thing kicked ass it was an amazing engine, they have a heavy flywheel so they can idle down lower than any modern engine. it was literally unreal how low I could idle that engine. I've seen all kinds of Outboards throughout my life and there is nothing like those 1950s Evinrude Johnson Motors they were phenomenal.

[@brettb.7425]

Another good video. I grew up in NW Florida and used to buy and sell boat engines. One I bought was about a 1955 Fastwin 15 HP if I remember correctly. I like the points plate/throttle cam assembly of the old Johnson/Evinrude engines. Also, because the older engines used the pressurized tanks, I usually installed diaphragm style fuel pumps.

[@zrkn1]

Aww, can't wait to see inside the outboard. In a world gone mad your videos bring it back down to earth. Thanks Mr. Fixit for your patience.

[@dadadadankable]

I'm only 24, but when I was a kid, when my grandpa was alive we ran one of these exact 10hp Evinrudes on the trott line checker boat. We had one of these and an old Johnson on another small boat for the same thing. Thanks for the trip down memory lane. I haven't thought about that since I was probably in my teens.

[@chrisa2735-h3z]

What a beautiful 50s style engine!

[@wallacejeffery5786]

That brings back memories, 10 horse and 18

[@pneumatic00]

The welding cart to outboard stand conversion is Nobel prize material! Nice!!

[@MRrwmac]

Don't be surprised that we like to watch you fix things! It's informative, interesting and you make it entertaining (I'll hold that wrench for you).

[@deltadad68]

Love your videos. I have learned so much from watching your repairs. Please keep it up.

[@josipbroz5434]

Great videos and narration. Narration is so good and smooth that peoples with poor language skills understands you perfectly. Many thnx for all!

[@lausd3562]

I just keep watching these videos one after another. Thanks for making them.

[@daveslifeover65]

Love your videos.

[@LEWBASSETT1]

Your videos are fun and informative, narration superb. I particularly admire your willingness to tackle projects you have little or no experience with and yet your not afraid to give it a shot. Thank you!!

[@bobbates6642]

I am old enough to remember using a engine just like that when it was only a few years old

[@consun14]

I want to live your style of life XD love your videos keep it up.

[@craigkrage2689]

I really enjoy these videos. This is the type of stuff I did with my dad growing up. Keep on wrenching and teaching us shade tree mechanics stuff.

[@basslife3359]

Wow you got me at that first pull,is like music to my ears thank you for sharing God bless...

[@kenarnold9132]

Reminds me of my dad's old 60hp Flying Scott !!!

[@Mr91495osh]

My first new outboard was a 1957 Evinrude 7.5. I was eleven. I enjoyed that motor for years. Never failed me.

[@paulmary9115]

iam from uk i love your videos so informative great job now i have no problems with your help to tackle my own projects thanks keep up good work

[@xtremeclean9049]

I love the sound of an outboard! Brings back childhood memories of growing up on the Chain of Lakes in Winter Haven, FL. The pathetic part is I live here still but don't have a boat! Gotta get one, after hearing that soothing sound! Thanks for what you do here on KZbin.

[@rossmoore2844]

You are every man's all round handyman/mechanic mustie1. I learn more from you than I learned in school. And this is handy learning, too! Thanks.

[@shm0edawg]

I just can't stop watching Mustie's videos. How does a guy know so much about every kind of motor, transmission, fuel system, etc.?? It's crazy.

[@aliasfred]

It's like when I was a youngster. The first thing I tore apart to see what made it tick was an old slow running "Baby Big Ben" wind up alarm clock. Still have it and still have to put it back together, I was 8 years old back then am 67 now.

[@shellcracker18]

Larry Ciarrocchi I’ve always enjoyed taking things apart. I could never put them back together though haha

[@TheBackyardMachineShop]

Thanks for the video, growing up my dad owned several old those old OMCs Evinrudes, Johnson and even a couple of Gales, they always ran great.

[@stevedave8360]

I would also recommend checking the condition of the lube in the lower unit when you have it off. Many people neglect this and have ended up with watery lube or lots of metal bits inside. I work on outboards daily at a stealership :) I'm a big fan of your videos! -Kyle

[@R.E.HILL_]

There's only one thing wrong with your videos; they aren't long enough... ☺ thx for sharing.

[@R.E.HILL_]

canuckguy worried thx for really getting my comment...

[@greensnapper1602]

R. E. Hill , You are right about that can Watch his Videos ALL DAY !!! LOL

[@MMR45660]

great video as always, I'm learning lots and lots. Thanks for posting. job well done.

[@rbc5829]

That old evinrude the sound, I can smell the exhausted! Brings back good memories

[@Billytwotimes4]

First Pull - like a BOSS ! Love the look of that motor too, very 50's styling . Nice video.

[@bjama134]

Enjoy all your Videos . Thanks for taking the time for your viewers

[@billschroedel5249]

Your videos relax me and I am extremely grateful for that. Not to mention, the subject matter is interesting to me and I am learning some mechanical knowledge that I lack.

[@Jakfilm]

that's very nostalgic for me. When I was a kid my Grandpa gave me a beat up old boat with a Johnson 10 horse on it of the same vintage. So similar, even clearly share a bunch of parts. I can still smell that oil rich 2 stroke carrying me around the lake like a fishing rock star.

[@roger44alan]

That stand looks like it works well for what you need it for.Make a bunch of them and make some bucks.

[@joegarrett8110]

My new favourite you tuber! Im hooked on your videos. Keep doing what your doing!

[@BruceBoschek]

Your videos are always the high point in my KZbin week! Enjoyed seeing the Evinrude start so easily. Sounds good. Hope you can get the cooling pump working. Thanks so much for sharing your genius with us.

[@mustie1]

thanks bruce

[@KOSMOS1701A]

im stupid when it comes to outboards, i found this video really informative, and i always love the narrative.

[@aleblanc3547]

Love those old outboards; they all sounded the same, 10 HP to 35 HP and maybe even larger. Thanks, Mustie. I hope we get to see you replace the impeller.

[@stevenkennedy6090]

thanks for all your great vids ! all the best from Scotland

[@eli709]

Great videos. I love these Evinrudes. They just keep on swimming. I have 2 9.5 hp, 1 25 hp, and a 40 hp.

[@pyromedichd1]

My dad had the 15HP version of that same exact engine from 1960 through the late 1990s. You can't imagine the number of hours on it. It started first pull every time even after sitting for a year or more. We had to replace the coils once, a shear pin and the clutch dog in all that time. It was super quiet and idled like a dream. Great engine! Water should be coming out of the exhaust if the pump is working.

[@newjerseybill3521]

We had a 1953 Evinrude 5HP outboard. The thing ran forever. its final demise was the housing between the power head and the lower unit actually wore out where it would swivel against the stern bracket. We would run that engine well into winter months. Just prime the heck out of it with the slow speed jet / primer knob on the side so you had a nice fuel sheen around the boat and first pull, every time!!!! Those old OMC,s where great engines. I always loved the people that loved their Evinrudes, but hated Johnsons!!! hehe

[@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549]

It's your style of communication, and explanation. Picked up a very old snapper front motor from my neighbor's yard to play with as you have inspired me to play and learn. I experienced a problem I've not seen with your videos. no crank to even check the spark.

[@mustie1]

riding mower? electric start,

[@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549]

Mustie1 yep! Couldn't get a manual.

[@mustie1]

put power right to the starter does it spin

[@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549]

Been raining. Will check it out Friday as I have clients tomorrow. Thanks!

[@pitbox6497]

I have full confidence that Mustie can take any slightly cranky old engine and get it running like a dream, he will will never be defeated!

[@stephenlawrence4362]

Great to see anew vid. This will be an interesting build. Your the best.

[@rustyedmoore]

Great Video's! I have a 1964 40hp Evinrude I have to did into soon, so I look forward to your video's. Keep em' Comin'

[@38911bytefree]

Something this dude cannot repair ?. Hats off man !!!!!.

[@thegallolife]

Great video. Please share the disassembly of the lower unit. The last time I did a water pump to an outboard similar to this I used an acetylene torch to get the bolt loose.

[@ballockybill69]

What a lovely old motor, looks really nice .

[@petek1pml746]

Love those old engines, we used a 15hp for years on an older aluminum boat. Many fun summers. Would love an engine like that.

[@cfknock52]

Check the gear oil in the bottom end for parts of the impeller. Still loving the 50-ish Johnson that I first learned on 3 decades ago. A little love and she'll purr like a kitten for decades.

[@johnlow3894]

thanks for inviting me into your garage, Mustie1.

[@mattboswell5392]

Look forward to your videos everyday. Keep up the good work!

[@michaeljohnson1006]

Should be a fun little video never seen the workings of an outboard... look forward to that one... :-)

[@delmontindustriesltd7501]

Cool find! Yep. a new impeller is in order. Even after sitting for 5 years the impeller should be replaced. The outlet on these old motors is the large hole on the back of the exhaust housing. The little hole on the side is overflow I think. Also I would check and or change the gear oil. Working on these old motors for the past 4 summers, I have seen many motors that have water in the gearcase. I love working on these old girls though. Very simple and they usually fire right up! Just make sure you run the carb dry of fuel after you are done.

[@jasonamiles]

Love the videos Darren, I came originally for the VW content but have learned so much about small engines. Thanks!

[@misskittypink3567]

You can never know to much, Thanks for all you do.

[@jeffjackson6965]

Thanks for letting us hang out with you. I learn so much from your vids.

[@stevenwithanS]

WOW, first pull, lol. All it needs is an impeller. You are a lucky find guy.

[@tippydog5057]

mustie for president ! he will be able to take the government apart and fix it. love your videos . when I was a kid I helped a mechanic like you I was the Gopher and learned a lot!

[@garyronan5568]

tippy Dog He wouldn't like it! Couldn't go to garage sales! When was the last time Trump was seen at A garage sale!!

[@tippydog5057]

Gary Ronan it was a joke and how do you know him so well

[@jimkrueger212]

You put out some very entertaining videos. Please keep up the good "work"

[@kypo2674]

If only all the oldies started as easy as that, cheers mustie

[@heathersanborn4914]

sweet deal , thanks for having us ova. ;)

[@mustie1]

now thats a new englander

[@mikeshobbiesandrandomstuff]

Mustie1 oh ayuh!

[@jimh309]

Love the old outboards! Keep up posted!

[@r1lark]

Cool old outboard! Interesting change after all the mowers and generators. :-)

[@clifffiftytwo]

That is some kind of ad for Evinrude - 1956, sat for 5 years, starts on the first pull. Man!

[@andysim232]

My dad used to only use second hand engines on our boat. He ment well but was not good at fixing things and we were forever breaking down lol. Bless

[@mustie1]

hence your channel name?

[@erikj.2066]

Nice find! My cousin has a '56 7.5 Fleetwin, that was the little brother to your engine. I went over it for him several years ago. As I think someone has mentioned, the powerhead most likely needs to be removed in order to drop the lower unit. May also want to do a compression check to be sure the head gasket hasn't blown. These motors don't have a great track record for head gaskets, especially if they overheat, but not a big deal to fix if the gasket had blown. Evinrude (Bombardier) surprisingly still offers allot of parts for these engines. Another source I used was a company called Vintage Outboard. It's a 1 man show, but the guy has allot of parts for older stuff, at reasonable prices.

[@Zeemike1]

Don't be surprised that people find it interesting. This kind of thing appeals to a lot of people like me, who made a living off of doing something similar, but with appliances not small engines and VWs. It is great to see how another trade troubleshoots and fixes things.

[@davenapper9093]

Always enjoyable.

[@markeg7667]

Your vids are so popular because of the my you involve us in your work, it is like we are right there with you and you are talking personally to each and everyone of us... Keep up the good work buddy and can't wait for your next vid :-)

[@pikeywyatt]

do keep on keeping on.from the UK.

[@shartne]

I love those old engines I have made many laps around the lake fishing with my dad with one of those. I love that sound. Nice engine I would love to own one just like it.

[@ThePlanBPill]

Mustie right on time with videos on Outboard motor repairs, right as I start seriously considering buying an old beat up bass boat.

[@scottsinfl]

Awesome outboard our napa's down south use to carry all them old parts for J's & E's dont know if they still do but im sure the interhood is good for parts now.

[@piratepete-thetruthisforevery1]

Looks like you got another great deal with that outboard engine that's 10 years older than us! Lol. I look forward to seeing you tear it down to fix it...

[@norcoca]

Great video keep them coming. Would love to see more of this engine, have never tore one down before

[@danmanthe9335]

Funny that it started on the first pull. When my father and I dug out his 63 10 hp that had been sitting 15+ years in his basement it too started on the first pull. Couldn't believe it

[@tommypetraglia4688]

Must've been an Evinrude. If it a Johnson... no such luck

[@ALVintageOutboards]

​@@tommypetraglia4688they are identical in everything but looks. Same powerhead, same carburetor, same gearcase. OMC owned both companies. The parts will interchange between Evinrude and Johnson except the cowling (hood)

[@48William]

Don't be surprised you make great videos

[@El_Chompo]

Nice job mustie. First pull!

[@daviddavidson1372]

love the videos.you make everything run...

[@ericriese3172]

I have 56 .sounds perfect .

[@MrWoodfiddler]

Can anybody tell me - what's not to like on Mustie1's channel? We love hangin out with you Darren cause that's what we're good at! And of course you inspire us, and you are good people! Chuck in Kansas

[@mustie1]

thanks chuck

[@joohop]

That Outboard is a little Gem !

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

It's always fun to bring them back from the dead. Thanks Darrin

[@63256325N]

I had the use of one of those as a kid and "white gas", the grownups called it, and motor oil was the fuel that was used. I had no idea what any of that meant then. I know that I had a blast as an 8 year old tooling around a small section of the upper Mississippi river catching turtles. Good memories seeing that engine. Impeller's gone....

[@drunknpossum]

Two things I can say with what you said in this video. 1: is the oil mix 25:1 was using the old school SAE 30 oil, you can use the newer 50:1 with that engine no problem.. The other is the water pump, they where never made to suck up water. The plate you keep pointing on the side of the lower unit is the last chance inlet.. The main water feed is a tube running up the side of the exhaust outlet. the water pump needs to be under water to start pumping. The impeller is bad at the least of it... Good fine on it...

[@golfman9290]

Hope we get to see you replace that impeller pump. I've seen very little of the internals of outboards so would find it interesting,cheers.

[@furface9779]

old water impellers only fail if you're more than 1/2 a mile off shore, reference: murphy's law

[@garyronan5568]

Fur Face And you gotta buck A headwind to get back to shore! When I was A 16 year old (I'm 65 now) I went to A cabin with my best friend's family for A week. We went fishing with the old man and going across the lake he hit A rock and busted the lower unit off his 125 horse Mercury. Headwind all the way back and one paddle! The puny Minnkota electric couldn't hope to pull that fiberglass tub home in that wind! Luckily A couple of guys were camping on an island for the summer and came out to tow us back to the resort. The old man gave them 50 buck's for their trouble and they went to the resort store and bought 6 case's of beer!

[@furface9779]

spot on Gary, i'm 63 and still use my 1954 Johnson 3hp twin seahorse, had it for 38 years, great memories

[@Nudnik1]

Fur Face lol true. We change them every season.

[@Nudnik1]

rob b Murphy law motor...as a backup.

[@troycrowder9942]

shifts great thats a good sign i think a water pump is a sure bet sometimes mud dobbers will clog that port

[@Big_John_C]

Had one for 20 years, started 1 pull each time and always ran great!

[@cyberhornthedragon]

i rebuilt a carb on a poulin mower (using B&S engine) no throtlle just pull n go for a neighbor whos not the richest lady nor the most knowledgeable it didnt have an air filter an was all messed up stalling boggin ect i didnt have an airfilter for it either but did have the kit cut an old B&S foam airfilter to fit in there i learned how to get the thing to run better from you its why i enjoy watching your vids

[@thyslop1737]

Mid 60's Camp Foley, which is still around, ran all their ski boats on those 40hp Envirudes pulling 8, 9, 10 year old kids out of the water and teaching them how to ski.