Saving Old Seagulls

May not apply, but I had a similar experience with a '75 Silver Century Plus and assumed that the carb was a 10:1 version when in fact (or I believe) it was a 25:1. Operated normal after fresh 25:1 fuel. I am not familiar with 40 Plus. See recent WSPCL choke item in general discussion for further ...

Thorough cleaning of tank, float and carb, plus fresh fuel did not improve performance. However, received and installed 25:1 conversion kit, fresh batch of 25:1 fuel and instant improvement. The old jet and new jet looked remarkably alike (old jet scratched and could not read any nomenclature on it ...

My recently acquired '75 WSPCL had a "modified" choke plate (solid plastic - no hole). A full choke position allowed for a relatively easy start but continued operation required keeping it in a very slightly opened position or else it would stall. After replacing the choke plate with an original ...

Thanks for the info. I plan to convert to 25:1. That change, a few minor parts and some TLC should make her the envy of the lake resting on the stern of my '79 Siren 17.

I am a new Seagull owner. Recently acquired a '75 WSPCL in running condition and am trying to learn what is/is not normal. Starts on first or second pull and has good water flow. Runs smooth with good throtle control. However, after shutdown, heavy, black oil-like liquid drips from bottom of muffler ...