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@@pryan05p71 no, maybe I should do that some time.

@ I’m definitely intrigued. It would be a good winter project video… lol. Propellers are sometimes overlooked for performance gains. Thanks for the reply.

@@mohamhead9701 lol. That one was a screamer!

@stephenwinter8892 That is amazing that your engine has been your family since new. It sounds like you’ve got a nice boat/engine package.

@bebeslife4519 the ignition swap is pretty straight forward especially with Jim’s tutorial that he posted on FB. However, you might want to start with an engine that has a sound power head and gear case as those parts are difficult to find.

@stanleybest8833 From your description of your Elgin, it sounds like it is well loved. West Bends were some the best out there for sure. I agree, higher port timing is a detriment to idle quality.

@GearHeadJP hotrodded? A detriment to idle, quietness, economy and everything else.

@TheKnoxcountry Cool right! Back in the days when everything wasn’t the same.

@JDski impressive!

@DirthouseBoi 👍💪

@Yamahaoutboa… Indeed they are, and I agree, they are awesome little engines.

@GearHeadJP have you seen what the the Aussie boat guy did to one of those motors??? It’s crazy what they can do

@@GearHeadJP here is one of the Aussie boat guys vids on a modified version. he has other vids on a breakdown on what he did to one of them that are worth checking out. ruclips.net/video/tllXQZGZ8x8/видео.html

@Yamahaoutboardguy That’s awesome!

@LilSmoky365 Wow, that’s awesome! Thanks for checking in. Enjoy!

@skiphinson8620 The actual purpose wasn’t advertised, but my best guess is either for rental stations that used these engines and wanted to limit certain clientele, OR for the average user to limit speed with 5hp for their kid whose just learning boating, or limit with 7.5hp for your neighbor that thinks he knows how to operate a boat. 😂

Thanks. That makes sense.

@skiphinson8620 👍

@christinesmith7625 Thanks. I should have kept that one. Instead, I’m restoring a white ‘63 110 (9.8hp). It should be done in the Spring.

@@GearHeadJP you do good work i worked on small outboards for a johnson dealer for 20 years keep them videos coming

@christinesmith7625 Thank you, will do!

@TheKnoxcountry Tell me about it! It took me 45 years to find this one which replaces the first outboard I had as a kid; same model and color!

That’s awesome! Glad you found one. A local outboard repair has one up on display and looks so cool. As a kid, my uncle had an old merc that was red with forward reverse on the handle. It reminds me of that big time 😁

@TheKnoxcountry 👍

@1kruzer1 I lucked out with this one for sure. Don’t tempt me with that speed bait! 😂 Not a chance with this little guy…

@Yamahaoutboardguy5090 Indeed!

@DirtHouseBoi They don’t have the strongest following, but I think they’re pretty cool.

@pryan05p71 It is because of one of these 5.5 OMC’s that not once, but twice I got back into the antique outboard hobby after getting rid of every engine I had. They just run so darn well. Those bushed rods sure like a 16:1 mix for the long haul. Thanks for watching. I’m just having fun with these things. I guess you are too!

@DavidLanzer-c9x Yes it is. If you leave contact info, I’ll touch base with you.

@KidCole Thanks. All of them were originally just black with a white logo.

I appreciate your reply. I like your color scheme. I might use it for the scale model stands.

@KidCole My pleasure. Post them on Facebook when you’re done, I’d like to see them.

@fredkennedy901 That one sure did run well. I got rid of it years ago though because it didn’t have enough power for its intended use at the time.

@MrNorm-Ir5iv In my opinion, this was OMC at the top of their game during this era. They were the benchmark for everyone to try and meet. What they lacked in performance, they made up with parts interchangeability, ease of service, smooth & quiet operation, and great aluminum alloys. Unfortunately, other than a few super star models after that, the engineering department fell asleep at the wheel and just kept pumping out old technology, or sometimes worse, released bizarre technology that didn’t hit any of the benchmarks from yesteryear. Sadly the competition began producing a far superior product and blazed past them and this is why they are no longer around. 😢

thats called survivorship bias, for every old outboard thats 70 years old and still running, there will be a thousand that died and have been scrap for decades,

@pryan05p71 💪✌️

@terrypikaart4394 😂 it doesn’t miss a beat as it’s choking on its own exhaust gases in the test tank.

@ Never heard a miss just a lope, funny to hear with 180deg firing.. And im very familiar with the lack of oxygen when running in a barrel..

@terrypikaart4394 I said that as a funny thing about the engine, not to question your outboard aptitude. ✌️

@davemilster not bad, but I’m still working on props. It’s a Sea Nymph 12K and I weigh 190. Unlike most, I don’t put anything in the bow to weigh it down, that’s just a patch up for poor propping. If you get a chance, check out the videos of my QD-14 and QD-15 engines. For 10hp’s they are impressive in my book.

@GravyTrain77 (316) 300-9096

@JBOutboards Yes they are.

@GearHeadJP I just latched onto one of these and it looks to be in fantastic condition. Did you convert to fuel pump on yours

@JBOutboards YES I did.

@darinosland7339 It is sometimes on eBay. If I remember correctly, my last batch came from England.

@donk499 this cover does have the contoured back side. It’s basically a scaled down version of the 25hp one OMC made years ago. I’m thinking that the automotive grade plastic used will hold up fine. Time will tell.

@pryan05p71 Awesome! This is one of the best idling engines I’ve ever experienced. If they only had just a little more power, they’d be the ultimate fishing engine.

@GearHeadJP The problem with collecting old outboards is that I think they are all great!

@pryan05p71 😂 If you look harder you’ll find some duds. Unfortunately, you will have amassed a ton of good ones in the mean time.

@pryan05p71 I know right!?

I think fine. He said it was an automotive grade plastic, but didn’t specify which one. Heck, if the plastic intake manifold on my car engine has lasted for 145k miles with no problems, I’m sure this cover will last.

@GearHeadJP I don't have any experience with 3D printing. Lots of cnc experience and other stuff from the world of manufacturing. I am aware that they now 3D print with metal. It's an amazing process with lasers and powdered metal From what I could see the part looked good. And, that lake you have looks really clean.

@JD-hh9io I’m with you, I don’t have any 3D printing experience either. But I am impressed with some of it.

@ALVintageOutboards Thanks Doug.

@georgekeats1478 🤙💪

@darinosland7339 I would if I could. I don’t think RUclips allows posting of any pictures.

@sailawaybob Me too! I like how each manufacturer’s engines had their own unique look back then.

@tatomontagnolli4454 Hello, and thanks for watching. The ratio is 16:1 and I use mineral based oil.

@MrNorm-Ir5iv Thanks for watching the “golden age” of outboard innovation on my channel and I’m glad you also appreciate the products of the era. I have two videos of one of the Sears engines you mentioned on the channel though they are badged as an Elgin and a Wizard.

@SenatorFreddyQuimby Giggity

@pryan05p71 My pleasure! Thanks for watching.

@1kruzer1 It may be underrated, idk. I think I can get it going even better with a little prop work. Stay tuned…

@labradorguy5311 right!?!

@JD-hh9io This little thing has got some moxy for sure. I think I can get it going even faster with a little prop work as it is over revving now with the stock prop.

Also makes a difference on the boat and the payload in the boat.

@pryan05p71 👍

@terrypikaart4394 I was surprised! I can’t wait till I do some prop work to make it go even better. Yes, I believe these are actually Tohatsu’s and were also badged as Mariner and Nissan.

@nikoskag816 I’ll have to start doing that.

@This.Here.Channel Timeless right!?!

@ALVintageOutboards Idle life 💪😂

@dskofich Cool, run it!