bradludwig Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Hello again Raiders, About 3 weeks ago through circumstance beyond my control (because I`m an idiot!) I sunk my tender which had on it a great lil 2hp evinrude! I was able to retrieve both but the motor is dead Now upon returning home the next day I submerged it in fresh water pulled the plug out and fill the cylinder with clean fuel mix 1-100 and gave it a few pulls to get rid of any remaing water but alas i have no spark at all even tested it by getting to hold it and pulled the cord several times.Im still alive so that means the motor is dead!! anyone? ideas? Cheers Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjbink Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 I'd get it to a mechanic straight away. The biggest worry is saltwater getting to the bearings and crankshaft. If rust occurs here (and it only takes a few days) it can quickly destroy the engine when it is run again as the fine tolerances are lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris 55 Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Hi Bigears I reckon you should get Huey to quote on it he's close to you, a sponsor and a Raider He'll give you the answers you need on this with no Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishingrod Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 ...... 3 weeks is a little while ago. Unless its a fairly new motor, I dont know if a 2hp would be worth "paying someone" to get it fixed. Different story if its your own labour + a few low cost parts. Im sure Huey can give you a fair and unbiased answer and may also give you some advice to DIY + he may be able to supply spares. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jewgaffer Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Hello again Raiders, About 3 weeks ago through circumstance beyond my control (because I`m an idiot!) I sunk my tender which had on it a great lil 2hp evinrude! I was able to retrieve both but the motor is dead Now upon returning home the next day I submerged it in fresh water pulled the plug out and fill the cylinder with clean fuel mix 1-100 and gave it a few pulls to get rid of any remaing water but alas i have no spark at all even tested it by getting to hold it and pulled the cord several times.Im still alive so that means the motor is dead!! anyone? ideas? Cheers Brad Pm me again Brad, Didn't get a chance to read the repies about your submerged motor and have to rush out One of my jewfish mates Conjee George is a commercial diver and an underwater marine motor mechanic at the same time. cheers jewgaffer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradludwig Posted August 23, 2007 Author Share Posted August 23, 2007 FOR SALE--- 2 hp evinrude motor.Has had very little use in last 3 weeks.was running well last time it started!Could do with more spark.Suit marine mechanic (as is too light for a mooring!) or really clever home MARINE mechanic! Make an offer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jewgaffer Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 FOR SALE--- 2 hp evinrude motor.Has had very little use in last 3 weeks.was running well last time it started!Could do with more spark.Suit marine mechanic (as is too light for a mooring!) or really clever home MARINE mechanic! Make an offer! Someone here said they'll pick up and dump for $180 in case you can't get it done any cheaper than that cheers jewgaffer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a boat Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 Hi Brad, if it has not been run for about 3 weeks, than I think it will be beyond repair due to damage to the crank and condrods. If an engine goes for a swim, you need to get it running ASAP, if it goes 2-3 days without getting a good run it will be lost for good. If you can not get it looked at the best thing to do is leave it underwater, because corrosion only starts to happen once exposed to air. If it has not seized by now bring it in and will can spend 1/2 an hour on it and see if we can get it going and see what it sounds like. If damage has accorded to the bearing surfaces you can hear it. As a few guys have said though the engine may not be worth spedning any money on and you can get a brand new 2.5HP outboard for $740. Cheers, Huey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davemmm Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 Browns sinker???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishguts Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 funny that! submerged objects being exposed to the air? do you's remember that fish hook thing! i know i really got to get over it!....more beer!.... ..cheers!..stevo.. p.s... sorry about your donk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfish Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 (edited) yes water has oxegen in it! Edited August 25, 2007 by wildfish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishguts Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 you dont say! more beer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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