Normally trying to lube a cable is a losing bet. The throttle cable needs some preload on it to close the throttle completely though. Remove the cable and see if it's smooth. Certainly not related to the low rpm problem though.
Ended up buying something off the rack, I'll see what happens over the weekend. The crossmember has a drop in the middle. Guessing that would cost more to get it custom fab, and I hate going on scavenger hunts for parts.
3 x 3" box with a drop, rail to rail is 53", bolt hole distance 49", total length 51"
Yeah I found a good bit but nothing exact. Not a big deal to cut it down. I had already bought some zinc primer planning to sand and coat a few spots on the trailer and lift before they get out of hand.
Noticed my rear crossmember had some significant rot. it's a bolt on but I can't find the right size. I figure I can cut it down and drill a longer one but would be worried about the galvanizing. suggestions? anybody know if I can get a custom one made non local (guessing that won't be worth it)
I'm talking about all connections everywhere, not just the plug wires. I already mentioned how to test for misfires under load. At 3k rpm you might not hear much. your fuel pressure sounds fine. I'm also in the minority here where sometimes it is the coil.
Doesn't sound nuts...sounds electrical. Though could also be that the carb is fueling differently because of the angle. Any change when hitting a wake?
Have you checked spark at speed? Rereading the thread I see that the spark was checked at idle, but not under load? I'm broken record about...
Huh, you have points? I'd stick with them. Throw a spare set in the toolbox and you won't be stranded on the water. Assuming you can get a pertronix or something for the OMC though if you wanted to? Or even convert to a TB IV if you find a used setup...
