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Thanks guys. Will check all this out. Wiring will need replacing, but I think it is a result, not the cause. I will run the starter directly off a known good battery through a switch and se if I get the same problem. Will let you know how it goes. Cheers Andrew

Hi guys I have a 1990 model 90 HP Evinrude that refuses to start. Up until this week, the motor has been fantastic with no sign of an issue and is in A1 condition. The starter engages and gives a slow turn and then turns the motor over however it does not start. There seems to be huge resistance with a small puff of smoke coming from the starter. Prolonged turnover sees the wiring get hot. (Only needed to see this once not to try it again). Isolation switch contacts are clean. I have pulled the plugs out and the motor spins over freely. No sign of water and the plugs are a good colour. the starter was overhauled two years ago. I am stumped. Anyone got any ideas? Cheers Andrew

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Hi Guys I am going to change my prop on my 90 model evinrude. Anyone know how much torque is to be applied when tightening? Cheers