1974 Evinrude 6HP Fisherman Restoration ?

[pateco]

I picked up a 1974 Evinrude 6HP Fisherman at a yard sale for $25 about 5 years ago. It has been sitting in my attic since then. I have decided to finally try to turn it into a runner. It turns over easily with the pull starter, and the lower unit oil was clean when I looked at it. I picked up a new fuel tank and hose last week, and hope to test start this week sometime to see if the carb needs a rebuild.. My question is regarding the tiller. When I got the motor, the tiller was missing the handle and gearing for the throttle controls. (one of the reasons I got it so cheap). I have ordered and received a used replacement from ebay.

All seems to be complete, and in pretty good condition. However when test turning the throttle, control it is very stiff. I am going to have to disassemble it to install it on the engine, and I am wonder where I should lubricate it to make it turn easier, and what type of lube would you suggest?

I have both white lithium and sililube on hand, but if those are not what you suggest let me know what you have/would use.

 

[kloudie1]

I think there is a friction control that will stiffen the turn to keep it from idling down when ya take a hand off. Make sure that the spark advance part moves freely as well . I have a '67 6 hp and an '81 4 hp that both run great.. I have been able to get most parts from the Bombardier site..

 

[kloudie1]

The throttle friction spring and friction block, parts 81, 82, would be prime targets.
http://www.marineengine.com/parts/j...&manufacturer=Johnson&section=Exhaust+Housing

 

[pateco]

The throttle friction spring and friction block, parts 81, 82, would be prime targets.
http://www.marineengine.com/parts/j...&manufacturer=Johnson&section=Exhaust+Housing

It also seems to bind a little around where it meets the start stop fast slow indicator, the red stripe at the midpoint of the tiller. What would you use for Lube?

 

[kloudie1]

A good lithium, or SuperLube http://www.amazon.com/Super-Lube-21...id=1459541647&ref_=sr_1_1&s=automotive&sr=1-1
That stuff is fine for winches, marine heads, and generally anything you need to grease on a boat. I keep a small tube on board all the time.. and a couple at home in the garage.

 

[pateco]

I have been using this for other projects on the boat.

Magic Lube® is a PTFE based, multipurpose sealant/lubricant that can be used in both wet and dry environments with a temperature range of -10° to 425°F. It forms a durable, adhesive film that prevents contact, even under severe shock loads. Specially formulated to be non-melting, non-volatile, and waterproof, Magic Lube® has been USDA H-1 Rated to be environmentally safe. It is chemical resistant and compatible with most metals, rubbers and plastics. It is commonly used on motors, o-rings, gaskets, bearings, water filters and much more.

Do you think this is similar to Super Lube?