Magnatwin
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Re: Magnatwin
Looks like quite a large outboard.
Is most of it there?
Tell us a bit more about it.
Is most of it there?
Tell us a bit more about it.
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Is it better to over think, than not think at all?
Is it better to over think, than not think at all?
Re: Magnatwin
From what I've read on internet its 18hp , built around 1960 and was way ahead of its time . Seems to be all electrically controlled and rather than have a reversing gearbox you restart the engine backwards to come astern . I read some other stuff on this site from years back . This one is a bit battered but I think mostly complete and not seized . I would like to get it running but could be a nightmare ! It looks like they were only produced for a couple of years so maybe wasn't a roaring success !
Re: Magnatwin
Quite a rare outboard, it will be interesting to search out parts for sure. I think that one had a remote battery/fuel tank?
Re: Magnatwin
Yes I think you're right , I don't think it will run without a battery , there is no pull start option !
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Re: Magnatwin
Most of these were 12 volt, but late models were 24V, so take care.
These have a very complicated 5 piece crankshaft not including the con rods, with ball races, bronze & needle roller bearings, if the crank needs a rebuild & if you can find anyone to do it, don't expect any change from £500.
I can't see the reverse lock in your pics does it have one?
This is unlikely to be a quick easy restoration.
These have a very complicated 5 piece crankshaft not including the con rods, with ball races, bronze & needle roller bearings, if the crank needs a rebuild & if you can find anyone to do it, don't expect any change from £500.
I can't see the reverse lock in your pics does it have one?
This is unlikely to be a quick easy restoration.
Make it idiot proof and someone will make a better idiot.
Re: Magnatwin
Nice find.
Not sure if you've already searched these forums. If not check out the links below, as they contain lots of Magnatwin information and pictures.
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=5707&p=49070&hilit=Magnatwin#p49070
viewtopic.php?f=4&t=6345&p=57398&hilit= ... ion#p57354
I am aware of one only in Australia, owned by SOS member Collector Inspector. He may be able to provide additional information/assistance, should you need it.
Regards,
Spiro
Not sure if you've already searched these forums. If not check out the links below, as they contain lots of Magnatwin information and pictures.
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=5707&p=49070&hilit=Magnatwin#p49070
viewtopic.php?f=4&t=6345&p=57398&hilit= ... ion#p57354
I am aware of one only in Australia, owned by SOS member Collector Inspector. He may be able to provide additional information/assistance, should you need it.
Regards,
Spiro
www.vintageoutboardsaustralia.blogspot.com
Re: Magnatwin
Thanks for the comments and info . The reverse lock is intact . It's only the second outboard I've heard of that starts backwards to go astern . I worked on a ship years ago with a six cylinder Deutz that did the same . Anchor was always prepared when coming onto harbour just in case it didn't restart !