DCM 2 #76 Posted October 13, 2019 David, Thanks for the reply. It must be a 1hp (not labeled). Okay, I will search ebay for a intake cover. But it seems like it won`t be to hard to make one. What are my options for the diaphragm? I haven`t tinkered with this for awhile, but would love to get it running. I believe, I cleaned the carb out, replaced the fuel line and cleaned out the gas tank. It has good compression and will start if sprayed with starter fluid. This motor was given to me over 10 years ago with the manual. Unfortunately my 1700`s farm house took priority over all else. 1 1 CNew and factory reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
factory 487 #77 Posted October 13, 2019 The engine for the Aquabug is usually a Series 13A Type 246 rated for 1HP. 4 minutes ago, DCM said: What are my options for the diaphragm? Depends where you are located, if you are in the US @Webhead or @Wallfish have them, meatballbutch on ebay.com has them too, if you are in Europe I have some from Wallfish. Thanks for posting some pictures of your Aquabug which looks in nice condition, usually the plastic covers get damaged on these. I've noticed the carb is missing the needle valve assembly, a screw has been fitted where it normally is, again depending on where you are we maybe able to help. David Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUST O&R 237 #78 Posted October 13, 2019 Nice unit looks great!! I have pic of my outboard it only has a screen and a small cover to hold it on . Most outboards and snow blower today don't have much for filter there is usually not a lot of dirt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #79 Posted October 13, 2019 David I live in NH. I`m a novice at engines. Which screw according to the fourth picture. There are 3 screws left, middle or right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #80 Posted October 13, 2019 Thanks JUST O&R. I would love to get it running. Any help would be appreciated Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 404 #81 Posted October 13, 2019 The largest of the 4 Philips screws in the photo is the one that should be a brass needle valve. It’s the screw that is closest to the heat shield, kind of right near the arm-pit of the heat shield. You can kind of make out the needle valve in the photo that O&R posted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neons 16 #82 Posted October 13, 2019 Here is my son enjoying running around the Cuttyhunk Island harbor with the small O&R outboard I had. It used to push my 3 kids and and 2 of us easily everywhere. 2 1 CNew, factory and JUST O&R reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUST O&R 237 #83 Posted October 13, 2019 The best pics are In the carb thread factory or wallfish can help you the best I'm still new myself only started collecting them a few year's ago . I have learned a lot in the last few mount's . Neons that cool don't know if i would get out on the water with that small motor but 1 CNew reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #84 Posted October 13, 2019 39 minutes ago, CNew said: The largest of the 4 Philips screws in the photo is the one that should be a brass needle valve. It’s the screw that is closest to the heat shield, kind of right near the arm-pit of the heat shield. You can kind of make out the needle valve in the photo that O&R posted. okay, I was looking in the wrong place 2 minutes ago, DCM said: okay, I was looking in the wrong place I`m assuming this controls the air fuel mixture? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #85 Posted October 13, 2019 28 minutes ago, neons said: Here is my son enjoying running around the Cuttyhunk Island harbor with the small O&R outboard I had. It used to push my 3 kids and and 2 of us easily everywhere. Nice calm water out there at Cuttyhunk Island Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 404 #86 Posted October 13, 2019 32 minutes ago, neons said: Here is my son enjoying running around the Cuttyhunk Island harbor with the small O&R outboard I had. It used to push my 3 kids and and 2 of us easily everywhere. Nice photo Neons, that’s a beautiful area! 15 minutes ago, DCM said: okay, I was looking in the wrong place I`m assuming this controls the air fuel mixture? Yes. They’re a little finicky sometimes to dial in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #87 Posted October 13, 2019 9 minutes ago, CNew said: Nice photo Neons, that’s a beautiful area! Yes. They’re a little finicky sometimes to dial in. Okay, so I will need that part also along with maybe a diaphragm. Who do you use for parts. I tried meatballbutch on ebay but couldn`t find any information. Are these parts available? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 404 #88 Posted October 14, 2019 Yes, you’ll need the needle valve as well as the diaphragm and gasket. There is a great thread here on rebuilding the carburetor. Hopefully you aren’t missing any of the little pieces inside. Here is a link to the diaphragm from meatballbutch. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ohlsson-Rice-Carburetor-Gasket-Kit/113909901615?hash=item1a858f292f:g:YgoAAOSwLApdkpGV I don’t know if any sources for parts other than keeping a watch on eBay. This forum is also great and everyone tries to help each other out whenever possible with spares. It’s funny and also sad- I bought a NOS needle valve a few months back on eBay but it ended up puncturing a hole in the envelope and getting lost during shipping. All I got was an empty damaged envelop. That was a royal bummer! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #89 Posted October 14, 2019 18 minutes ago, CNew said: Yes, you’ll need the needle valve as well as the diaphragm and gasket. There is a great thread here on rebuilding the carburetor. Hopefully you aren’t missing any of the little pieces inside. Here is a link to the diaphragm from meatballbutch. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ohlsson-Rice-Carburetor-Gasket-Kit/113909901615?hash=item1a858f292f:g:YgoAAOSwLApdkpGV I don’t know if any sources for parts other than keeping a watch on eBay. This forum is also great and everyone tries to help each other out whenever possible with spares. It’s funny and also sad- I bought a NOS needle valve a few months back on eBay but it ended up puncturing a hole in the envelope and getting lost during shipping. All I got was an empty damaged envelop. That was a royal bummer! Oh Damn, that is a bummer! Thanks for the info. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 404 #90 Posted October 14, 2019 FYI- here is part of what you need. This not the whole assembly but it is the adjustment needle itself. It’s missing the threaded section it screws into as well as the spring. https://www.ebay.com/itm/O-R-O-R-32MM-NEEDLE-PN-18-15/362575423239?hash=item546b2de707:g:b0YAAOSwHGFcgWUz:sc:USPSFirstClass!55347-4224!US!-1 yes, I was quite bummed when that thing got damaged and lost in the mail because they don’t come up for sale very often. I think I’ve seen 2 NOS adjustment needles come up on eBay over the last year and that was one of them... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUST O&R 237 #91 Posted October 14, 2019 I think have a spear just message me with an address and I'll send you one . wallfish/factory/webhead may be able to help with diaphragms they helped me out . This guy's here are great they don't get any better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 404 #92 Posted October 14, 2019 I’ll second that Just O&R! This group is awesome and Wallfish, Factory and Webhead are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I’m always learning and having fun! I might be able to help you with a diaphragm too but it’ll be a few weeks since all my stuff is packed up for a move across the country. Just keep us posted what you decide to do. The eBay option with meatballbutch is also a fair price for the gasket, diaphragm and little valve piece if you’re looking to get it quickly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 697 #93 Posted October 14, 2019 If Just O&R can't hook you up, order the needle off ebay and I have the other half of the valve assembly. Joe @Webhead might have a NOS valve but he has sold most of his parts stash. I don't have many diaphragms left so best to get them off the seller on epay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #95 Posted October 14, 2019 3 minutes ago, Webhead said: Hi, okay so that`s what i`m missing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUST O&R 237 #96 Posted October 14, 2019 Ive got a few valve Assembly's Ill will get he one. John I was going to get with you on a few diaphragms i'm getting in the Rhythm on getting this things going. Only about 15 to go!! I'll get him one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #97 Posted October 14, 2019 10 minutes ago, Wallfish said: If Just O&R can't hook you up, order the needle off ebay and I have the other half of the valve assembly. Joe @Webhead might have a NOS valve but he has sold most of his parts stash. I don't have many diaphragms left so best to get them off the seller on epay Okay, I honestly didn`t expect all these replies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 697 #98 Posted October 14, 2019 Just now, JUST O&R said: Ive got a few valve Assembly's Ill will get he one. John I was going to get with you on a few diaphragms i'm getting in the Rhythm on getting this things going. Only about 15 to go!! I have a sheet of material and just need to send it to be lasered into little diaphragms. 1 minute ago, DCM said: Okay, I honestly didn`t expect all these replies. Me either, LoL. You got hooked up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCM 2 #99 Posted October 14, 2019 (edited) 16 hours ago, JUST O&R said: I think have a spear just message me with an address and I'll send you one . wallfish/factory/webhead may be able to help with diaphragms they helped me out . This guy's here are great they don't get any better. Edit by Factory: It's best to send personal details such as addresses/phone numbers etc. using private messages (PM), this can be found using the letter symbol at the top of the page if using a PC, or in the menu (three bars) if using a tablet/phone. Edited October 14, 2019 by factory Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 404 #100 Posted October 14, 2019 JustO&R, I have some diaphragm material. Maybe we can go in together and get a batch laser cut by Eric. It’ll have to be after my move but between us I think we could get 50 or so made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites