Chrysler Outboard Service Manual: 35, 45, and 55 HP Motors

Chrysler 35, 45, and 55 HP Outboard Motor Documentation

• Built for owners and workshops servicing the 1965–1984 Chrysler 35 HP, 45 HP, and 55 HP outboard motors
• Official Chrysler Outboard Corporation publication OB 2803, printed November 1977
• Contains 31 exploded-view diagrams and specialized torque tables for powerhead, gear housing, and ignition components
• File remains accessible from your device as soon as the order is placed
• Layout optimized for printing individual sections for shop-floor use
• This 1977 edition provides the factory-authorized specifications for the twin-cylinder alternate firing engine architectures

Manual Coverage and Engine Systems

The 1965–1984 Chrysler 35 HP, 45 HP, and 55 HP service publication details engine disassembly and repair for these specific outboard powerheads. Sections segment technical content into major assemblies, including mechanical tuning, fuel system components, and electric starter configurations for both manual and electric-start models.

Additional documentation addresses ignition components such as magneto controls, alternator systems, and C-D ignition units. Exploded views illustrate the lower unit and gear housing, steering handle assembly, motor leg, and powerhead components for precise identification during maintenance.

Specification and Reference Data

This manual provides comprehensive engine specs, including bore and stroke dimensions for the 35, 45, and 55 HP variants. Cylinder compression ranges are documented at 95–155 PSI depending on the model and running time. Torque values for cylinder heads, flywheels, and connecting rod screws are indexed in dedicated tables to facilitate correct assembly settings.

Spark plug gap is specified at.030 inches. Magneto ignition breaker point gap is listed at 0.020 inches. Battery ignition breaker point gap is specified at 0.015 inches. All service data shown here is for reference only — qualified technicians and the original OEM documentation remain the authoritative source for any hands-on work. This official 92-page Chrysler outboard service manual covers the 1965–1984 35, 45, and 55 HP models, documenting engine, gear housing, ignition, and fuel system specifications for the twin-cylinder engine series.