I have a 1987 80hp Mercury outboard. The engine was overheating so replaced the thermostat. That problem is solved. While I was doing this I also replaced the diaphragm on the poppet valve. Since I changed this the pee stream is excellent. The question I have is that when I have motor running in...
I just rebuilt the carbs on my 1991 90hp force outboard. It has a 3 carb set up. I am having trouble getting the engine to idle. What is the best way to get the idle screws on all three carbs in sync so the engine runs smooth?<br /><br />Thanks, john
1990 90HP Force outboard - I posted a problem before and was suggested that I put in a new fuel pump diaphram, which I did. That seemed to help but the problem, but I have narrowed it down to this. When I take the engine out of gear and start it up it runs great but I have to put the throttle a...
I have an early 80s Sears Gamefisher 9.9hp that runs well but I have to constantly pump the primer bulb on the gas tank to keep it running. Any suggestions?<br /><br />Thanks, John
I have a 1990 90 HP force. The engine takes a lot to get going. I Have to put it in neutral and put the gas on full and choke it and then it will start, sometimes. Once I get it running it will run great until i have to turn it off. IF I wait a minute and try to start it, it seems like it...
