Anyway, first image simply shows the single wrap around decal. Earlier units comprised a three piece decal set ie as mentioned earlier in this thread.
Marking edges here to facilitate measurement and reproduction. After the outlines are drawn, I write the all measurements on the decal (including font size etc) and take more photos for my records.
Once that’s out of the way, the tank is prepared for paint. You will note from the previous pics, this one had quite a large amount of surface rust and therefore needed additional prep time. On the plus side however, there were only a couple of minor dings and as these would be covered by the decal (once reproduced) I felt there was very little to repair them.
Tank painted and refitted temporarily. Based on the way it lines up, I expect there should be some spacers (possibly rubber) between it and mountings on the crank case so some additional research or input from other Seasprite owners is needed here. Carb was also tempiorarily fitted and removed ie still requiring repair to the mounting flange and painting before final assembly.
OK, as for and the ‘missing’ words in the starting and lubrication instructions, this is where I’m at so far. Only a few missing words (blue x's below) in the lubrication instructions now need sorting to complete. Any contributions (even guesses) would be greatly appreciated.
Operating Instructions – Now complete and accurate
TO START YOUR MOTOR
1. Open the vent in filler cap.
2. Unscrew petrol cap.
3. Flood carburettor by depressing needle.
4. Close choke.
5. Open engine control to half throttle
6. Wrap cord around starter plate, and pull quickly and evenly.
7. After motor has started, never fail to open choke.
8. Regulate power setting as required.
TO STOP MOTOR
Close fuel tap and move throttle to closed positon.
It is essential to wash out the cylinder barrel in fresh water
if this motor has been operated in salt water.
Lubrication Instructions - Still a few missing words highlighted by the blue x's below
LUBRICATION – ENGINE
It is essential that the correct grade of oil and also the
correct oil/fuel mixture be used for this engine.
Use 1 pint of WAKEFIELD CASTROL XXL to 1 gallon of
petrol for the first hour and then ¾ pint of
WAKEFIELD CASTROL XXL to 1 gallon of petrol. For
continuous xxxxxxxxxx or trolling, use xxxxx pint of WAKEFIELD
CASTROL XXL xxxxxxxxxx to 1 gallon of petrol.
LUBRICATUION - UNDERWATER GEARS
Lubricate underwater gears every 10 hours with WAKEFIELD
CASTROLGREASE UW
Look forward to your input.
Regards,
S
