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Default outboard oil mix

On Jun 13, 6:06*pm, "Steve Lusardi" wrote:
50 to 1 Remember, too much oil will reduce the flash point of the fuel and
create detonation, which will melt piston and head.
Steve

"rckchp" wrote in message

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OT. I'm reactivating a 1997 Evinrude 9.9 hp outboard and I've
misplaced the owner manual, and I don't remember the proper oil mix
ratio. Is it 50 to 1, or 100 to 1? Thanks.


Thanks for the correct info....I found the owner manual and you guys
are right....50 to 1 it is. Thanks again.