Re: 1957 Evinrude Fastwin 18hp (Points adjustments)

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frankr

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Not sure I understand the question. I install the points and tighten the hold-down screw, making sure the thin wave washer is under the head. Then, contrary to what is normally thought, you do not have to loosen that screw to make the adjustment. The eccentric adjusting screw will move it, even with the hold-down screw tight. Just try it if you don’t believe it.

If you are asking about the eccentric screw, just screw it all the way in before installing the points, then back it out about half a turn so you can turn it back and forth to move the points.