I purchased a 90 etec 2006 for my center console, I am removing a 1978
evinrude 70.

anyone know what I need to rig the etec.
I am willing to get a new binnacle control, but what else do I need.
I was told there is an adapter that can be used for the harness,the 77 has
the red plug harness.

If I could get a list that would be much appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Joe

On Sun, 24 Feb 2008 20:37:29 -0500, "z1r1200cc"
wrote:

I purchased a 90 etec 2006 for my center console, I am removing a 1978
evinrude 70.

anyone know what I need to rig the etec.
I am willing to get a new binnacle control, but what else do I need.
I was told there is an adapter that can be used for the harness,the 77 has
the red plug harness.

If I could get a list that would be much appreciated.

You know, being an ETEC guy, you would think I would have this down
cold, but I don't.

The last one I did with/for a guy we changed everything from the
binnacle, wiring harness, guages (I believe you will need a new
"smart" guage - a combination speedo/alarm setup, but don't hold me to
that), added the oil tank/supply line, ran a seperate feed for gas
(which required a tankk cleaning which is a story by itself) and that
pretty much was it.

With respect to converting the older harness to ETEC, I believe you
can - there is a plug adapter for that harness I think. Having said
that, there may be a age limiter on that harness - like it may be too
old - that I don't honestly know.

Billgran should be around during the next few days - he will know for
sure.

But that give you an idea of what it took to do it when I was involved
in a change over.

Good luck.

Thanks for the quick response,
I don't need an external oil tank, it has an internal tank, you need an
external on the115 HP and up.

I will gladly wait for Billigran!


"Short Wave Sportfishing" wrote in message
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On Sun, 24 Feb 2008 20:37:29 -0500, "z1r1200cc"
wrote:

I purchased a 90 etec 2006 for my center console, I am removing a 1978
evinrude 70.

anyone know what I need to rig the etec.
I am willing to get a new binnacle control, but what else do I need.
I was told there is an adapter that can be used for the harness,the 77 has
the red plug harness.

If I could get a list that would be much appreciated.

You know, being an ETEC guy, you would think I would have this down
cold, but I don't.

The last one I did with/for a guy we changed everything from the
binnacle, wiring harness, guages (I believe you will need a new
"smart" guage - a combination speedo/alarm setup, but don't hold me to
that), added the oil tank/supply line, ran a seperate feed for gas
(which required a tankk cleaning which is a story by itself) and that
pretty much was it.

With respect to converting the older harness to ETEC, I believe you
can - there is a plug adapter for that harness I think. Having said
that, there may be a age limiter on that harness - like it may be too
old - that I don't honestly know.

Billgran should be around during the next few days - he will know for
sure.

But that give you an idea of what it took to do it when I was involved
in a change over.

Good luck.

On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:57:43 -0500, "z1r1200cc"
wrote:

Thanks for the quick response,
I don't need an external oil tank, it has an internal tank, you need an
external on the115 HP and up.

That's right too - forgot about that.

Then again, I'm a 200 hp and up kind of boater. :)

You will really like that engine - it's probably the best 90 horse
engine on the market. I know quite a few locals who have them and
absolutely wouldn't give 'em up for anything. Power up the wazoo and
efficient as all get out - you will be pleasantly surprised.

I almost bought a 18 foot Ranger bass boat with a 90 HO ETEC on it - I
think they made an HO in 2006. Anyway, I didn't buy it - should have
now that I look back on it.

In any case, you will really like that engine.

Thanks for your help and advice, I will go with a new harness,system check
gauge, I will use the Tach That I already have.

The I command classic that I would like to have is prohibitively expensive,
but it would be nice to have.

Being in a technical field for over 30 years, having experience in
Automotive OBDII and having a laptop interface for this application,
hooking up a laptop to the Etec is probably feasible.

But I am sure the program,hardware and protocol is proprietary, and it is
kept out of the hands of backyard techs like me?
It has to be a serial connection, with transmit, receive and ground, but I
am sure the connector would be hard to get into my hands.

But most people would rather bring it to the dealer, and being in a fishing
club I find this to be true.
The guys in my club would rather not get involved.

But it is a shame that a guy like me who can fix just about anything can't
do this, but I guess it is in the manufacturers best interest.

Can I prime the oil system by performing the winterizing procedure, in the
book it states that this can be done?
I also will be purchasing the service manual for this engine.

Any more help will be greatly appreciated Bill.
Joe



"Billgran" wrote in message
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"z1r1200cc" wrote in message
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I purchased a 90 etec 2006 for my center console, I am removing a 1978
evinrude 70.

anyone know what I need to rig the etec.
I am willing to get a new binnacle control, but what else do I need.
I was told there is an adapter that can be used for the harness,the 77
has the red plug harness.




The wiring harness changed in 1996 so you need the adapter kit if you are
really going to use your 30 year old wiring instead of buying new. It may
even be cheaper to get the new harness and key switch in your case.

You also need a 2" SystemCheck gauge or the SystemCheck tach with the 4
indicator warning lights as required by Evinrude to keep in warranty.

Evinrude has a great rigging book with step by step instructions from how
to find the center of your boat's transom, to hooking up and adjusting
cables. E-TEC rigging book #5007085

If you are rigging it yourself, do everything according to industry
practices, don't "make do" or fabricate something just to make it work.
Remember that warranty only covers manufacturer's defects, not
adjustments, incorrect rigging or wiring, fuel or oil contamination or
delivery, or anything not factory or industry approved.

Do not start the motor yourself. Pay an authorized dealer to check out the
rigging (if you did your own), and bleed the oil system, and make sure the
motor has the latest software revision in it. Then the dealer can start
the motor, with the laptop connected to prime the oil system.

Dealer contracts with Evinrude require a pre-delivery form be filled out
(PDI) on delivery and no motors are to be sold in a box to the end
consumer. Make sure the checking dealer fills out the form and gives you a
copy for your records. In a few weeks, call Evirude customer service and
be sure they have a record of your motor's serial number for warranty
purposes.

Good luck and enjoy your motor. The E-TECs are great, very quiet, and
start instantly every time.

Bill Grannis
service manager

Thanks Bill much appreciated!!

If you have any telecommunications needs, for Nortel, Norstar, Executone, or
any general questions just send me an email directly.

I will probably have more questions forthcoming, once I get started on the
rigging, but hopefully not.
Thanks again.

Or...
If you have any of these phones in your office and just would like a new
clean one let me know.

Joe



"Billgran" wrote in message
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"z1r1200cc" wrote in message
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Being in a technical field for over 30 years, having experience in
Automotive OBDII and having a laptop interface for this application,
hooking up a laptop to the Etec is probably feasible.

But I am sure the program,hardware and protocol is proprietary, and it is
kept out of the hands of backyard techs like me?
It has to be a serial connection, with transmit, receive and ground, but
I am sure the connector would be hard to get into my hands.


But it is a shame that a guy like me who can fix just about anything
can't do this, but I guess it is in the manufacturers best interest.

Can I prime the oil system by performing the winterizing procedure, in
the book it states that this can be done?
I also will be purchasing the service manual for this engine.


You can purchase from a dealer the diagnostic software on CD which will
run on Windows along with the interface cable and you can get a quality
USB to serial port adapter for late model laptops. It will be a read only
software as you cannot make engine changes with it as it cannot be
registered with the factory as a dealer can. You can find all the engine
info, any error codes, etc. but you cannot change engine settings or
timing.

Here is a link about the software availability

http://bluewaterboat.com/software_ficht_etec.htm

The service manuals are great, easy to read, and have lots of
illustrations and explanations.

Yep, you can use the winterizing procedure for priming, but you should do
it 3 times to make sure all the air is out.

The important things on the motor are to get the latest software which
will make you motor the same as a 2007. Also use the laptop to watch the
idle temperature, it should be close to 160°. It it is lower, replace the
thermostat and the pressure relief valve and rubber seat. Be sure to use
the correct sparkplug number and index them. It's all in the book.

Bill Grannis
service manager