1999 "EE" Evinrude 70HP 4-Stroke Service Manual, P/N 787023, Page 215Get this manual
If Boat Plate shows U .SCOAST GUARD CAPAC ITY INFORMATI.ON MAXHP MAX PERSONS MAX WEIGHT
use Only Or Smaller!
When Rigging or Fixing any boat if transom looks Weak, tell the owner If transom is Curved, motor may come Loose Mount on Flat Surface only Use Shims to make surface flat
Use Bolts, Nuts, and Washers sent with Motor They're usually Special won't Rust or Weaken