1985 9.9 evinrude 100:1 Oil

2004etec90 · ‎01-14-2019

Just bought a 9.9 evinrude. It is from 1985 and calls for 100:1. Original owner has been running as such since new. Should I continue as is, or move to 50:1? Is there likely harm with either? I’m planning on using tcw3 premix, or am also open to mixing xd-100 since o have an etec.90 HP.. suggestions welcome please. Motor runs like it is new.

BluewaterBill · ‎07-14-2011

The 100:1 was only for a few years as corrosion showed up too often if they were used infrequently. In addition, it was only recommended if the motor was not used at full speed very often.

A service publication was distributed to dealer to remove the 100:1 decals and suggest that the customer change to 50:1 for better engine protection.

One pint of Evinrude oil (or a TC-W3 certified oil) is a 50:1 mix

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2004etec90 · ‎01-14-2019

Is there any design differences that you know of for them that makes them 50:1 vs 100:1? I’m tempted to keep on running 100:1 because that’s all the engine has ever seen, and it’s over 30 years old. I have seen yamaha’s that are 100:1 work fine too.

1985 9.9 evinrude 100:1 Oil

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