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Jan 22, 2021
Suzuki, DT20 1987
Hello all, I have a Suzuki DT20 1987 salvaged from a craigslist Free add...it didn't start. (as you'd assume) I've replaced the entire ignition system.
Jan 22, 2021
1998 Honda bf115 4 stroke
the engine would not rev past 3000 rpm. Number3 cylinder compression down, mechanic said a head gasket is blown. he also said this model engine suffers
Jan 22, 2021
Mercury 115hp EFI 2014
I’ve been having problems with getting full power out on the water. I can run the engine for a short period using muffs at 4000rpm out of the water, no
Jan 18, 2021
Volvo Penta 3.0 1996
High idle after throttle is advanced and returned to neutral. On start up the engine idles correctly, but will not return to the proper idle after throttle
Jan 18, 2021
1999 Mercury 200 efi
Sparatically losing power to my high side fuel pump. Mechanic spread apart pins in wiring harness to ecu. It ran for half a day and shut back down. Was
Jan 17, 2021
1975 evinrude 115 hp 2 stroke
Checked compression on all cylinders 100 pounds compression has spark on all cylinders new plugs timing seems to be set right but will still not start
Jan 17, 2021
Mariner, 225EFI, 1996
On cold start up you would think I was fogging for mosquitos! Excessive smoking from the idle exhaust next to the tell tale. This has been on going for
Jan 14, 2021
Yamaha 150 1988
Engine will start fine idle fine accelerate fine some days it will run great all day and then like a light switch it won't accelerate above 2500 rpm but
Jan 14, 2021
Help with 2014 Volvo Penta V6 225HP 4.3L and DPS-B 1.95 outdrive
I've got dual 2014 Volvo Penta V6 225HP 4.3L and DPS-B 1.95 outdrives, about 270 hours on each. I recently changed the gear oil on both drives. I used
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Jan 14, 2021
Mecury,classic 50 1987 4/cly
What are max advance setting and trotttel primary pickup settings on this motor also could you explain timming marks on fly wheel not sure on 30 and
Jan 14, 2021
Mercury 250pro xs xl 2013
Engine runs fine until I shut it off when it's warm it sometimes will not restart. I've been running my graphs (2) while fishing. I installed 2 new group
Jan 14, 2021
Mercury 125 . 2000
I replaced the lower unit and now the boat jumps into gear at high idle when shifter is in neutral. Sometimes at low idle in neutral you can hear clicking
Jan 14, 2021
mercury four stroke 25 hp 2005
the flywheel separated. the bottom portion with teeth came apart from the rest of the flywheel?
Jan 14, 2021
E8RCOB
motor runs fine when first launch about 2-5 mins in cuts out. Does not cough or splutter, just goes bang. Little rough to start again then is fine for
Jan 14, 2021
1982 evinrude 15hp
I have a 1982 evinrude 15hp I have 91 compression on both cylinders I have fuel cause I can smell it on the plugs and spark on top cylinder doesn’t quite
Jan 14, 2021
Mercury Model # 1A51413BZ, S/N:1C302122, Year 2015
I want to add an aftermarket tachometer to my boat. How do I connect it to my outboard? Is there a connector on the outboard or throttle assembly that
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Jan 09, 2021
Volvo Penta 4.3 GXi-C
Engine will not trim down. Complete silence. Trimming up works just fine.I read that there is a 50 amp cuircuit breaker power trim pump that needs to
Jan 09, 2021
2007 Mercury 60hp EFI 4 stroke outboard
Engine starts easily but does not run beyond 4000 revs. It should make 5500 to 6000 revs. No alarm sounds so guess the guardian system is not activated
Jan 08, 2021
2B422869
boat/motor about 5 yrs old. 18 1/2 Lowe with 115 outboard jet. Used about 6 times. Original oil is still in Motor. I want to use the best synthetic quicksilver.
Jan 07, 2021
Yamaha F25ESHD 2005
I am trying to troubleshoot ignition system but don't have the special wiring harness. I could make something to connect to my voltmeter but am worried
Jan 07, 2021
Mid 80's 2 cyl, 2 stroke Johnson 50 HP
I have a mid 80’s, 50 HP, 2 Cyl, Johnson I bored it 0.040 over, Wiesco pistons, milled the head 0.100 and installed performance reeds The compression
Jan 07, 2021
09 Yamaha 175 2 stroke outboard
When I try to get on plain and right about 3k rpm it's like you shut the key off. If I try to do it real slow then at that rpm it starts to on an off on
Jan 07, 2021
All about the fish finder and using it for the best fishing
About the fish finder and the best equipment used for fishing
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Jan 06, 2021
Great yacht fishing information to catch great meals
About yacht fishing and information on how to catch your next meal
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Jan 06, 2021
Best fishing tips and information
The best fishing tips and information for your next fishing trip
Jan 06, 2021
Sailboat fishing for yachts and those catching extra food
About sailboat fishing and how to catch fish while undersail.
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Jan 06, 2021
About fly fishing gear and a lot more
All about fly fishing gear and all you need to know
Jan 06, 2021
Honda BF 30. 2006
Battery in not be charged back . Looking for a new regulator . The 2006 year needs part number 31750-zw-F92 , but they look to be on backorder everywhere
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha F70 2016
I think I have a fuel or air leak problem in the system. I can get the boat on plane and it will run at any RPM and then it starts choking for fuel and
Jan 06, 2021
2005 Yamaha 4 stroke
Had to replace power head last year due to corrosion. Engines were running great. Boat was taken out by Marina in October winterized etc. Boat was put
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha 150 2005
Engine starts and idles fine. When I run at full throttle after about 30 seconds the rpm's drop from 5000 to 4000 and the speed drops from 50 mph to 40
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha 40TLRS. 1994
The motor starts fine and runs well at idle and under full throttle. I’ve noticed the volt meter on the dash when the motor starts is at about 13 volts
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha VMax HPDI 250 year is 2003
Was running across lake at 3200 rpm came in to a no wake area slowed down and made grinding noise and died. Restarted moved back out got on plane for
Jan 06, 2021
03 200hp V-Max EFI
This is random, but sometimes I will take off whether at idle or on plane the motor just dies. Try to start it and it just cranks. I check the bulb and
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha TRD70 2003
Never had a problem with this motor. Started it up before going fishing and it sounds like it is missing. Motor ideals then shuts off. I pumped the ball
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha, Y15 SMHA 2017
Won't Idle Low For First 15 Minutes Hi, I've got a 2017 Y15 SMHA outboard that has trouble starting (4th or 10th pull). Once it does start, it stalls
Jan 06, 2021
2015 Yamaha 250 Four Stroke
This motor has run like a top for the last four years.The motor runs great on 80% throttle however I took it up to 100% throttle and the motor completely
Jan 06, 2021
2004 90 hp mercury/Yamaha
Ignition Miss fire underload starting around 2800 rpm Not a fuel problem. Acts almost like a rev limiter. Have replaced plugs, wires, coils, CDI box and
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha hpdi 2003
End of last season noticed a high idle.. Cranked it a few times during the off season. Once I accidentally revved it up and realized it was acting funny..
Jan 06, 2021
2019 V8 350 Outboard
I have a Yamaha V8 35 Outboard and the Plastic Trim keeps popping off during low planing speeds. I have twin engines and BOTH came off this past weekend.
Jan 06, 2021
yamaha F150,2004
I have twin 150's on a GW 257,my problem is with the starboard engine. It starts fine but when I try to restart it after a good run,it just cranks but
Jan 06, 2021
1998 yamaha 25 hp two stroke
Engine usually starts right up but every once in a while it will crank a couple of times and the starter will kick out. Once it starts it will start on
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha 115 HP TXRB 2003
I changed the oil sending unit in the external oil tank (storage tank). Soon as you turn the key on the buzzer comes on won't go off. You can tap on
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha VMAX 200hp 2007
I just had lower unit replaced and now I hear a gurgling sound and I cannot tell if it’s water gurgling in the motor or a suction issue for the gas line..
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha 115 4-stroke 2004
My power tilt is not working . It was sporadically working only up but now it doesn’t work either way . The solenoid clicks when I push switch up or down
Jan 06, 2021
Yamaha 15hp 4 stroke 2012
It starts eventually but if I shut it down and try to restart it won’t. Smells like it’s flooded. I actually see some gas coming from the carb. I had this
Jan 05, 2021
Yamaha F150 tlr 4 stroke
Starter slicks when trying to start. I replaced the relay, solenoid, and the starter. I cleaned the battery terminals at the battery. I get 12.7 volts
Jan 05, 2021
Yamaha, 40 HP, 1994
My Motor Cranks And Runs Great. I Can Hook The Water Hose with Elephant Ears up to it and it will go in Forward and Reverse Fine and Rev Up In Both As