cleaning inside the powerhead

[joho5]

I got an older motor and I was wondering what I could spray in the plug holes to clean inside the power head. When trying to start this motor (6 hp), it would try a couple of times and then not try at all. I pulled the plugs and there is wet gas but with some blackish oil. It looks like just old mix that would have been in there. This motor hasnt started in a while. I was just wondering what I could use to spray up in there real good to clean it out that was safe for the motor.

One reason I am having a problem is that the existing string on the moor is only 2-3 feet long. It needs a new one that is longer.

thanks

 

[david_r]

Re: cleaning inside the powerhead

maybe you want to decarb heres the instructions

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=158076

you may also want to visit the rest of the faqs-frequently asked questions-especially if its been a while since its been started.

how long has it been?

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: cleaning inside the powerhead

I chuck up a 3/4" socket in my drill when I'm trying to get these small motors going. Saves wear on my arm. Make sure the motor's foot is in water when you're doing this, because impellers don't like to be run dry.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: cleaning inside the powerhead

i suggest you reaq this: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=158071