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    1996 Evinrude 40hp - Will not idle, 6mph WOT

    Went out and got new spark plugs, just incase (old ones didn’t look fouled up and both were creating spark). Both cylinders start up the engine independently of each other (removing the other spark plug and starting). With both plugs in, the idle RPM sounds healthier on the hose in the...
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    1996 Evinrude 40hp - Will not idle, 6mph WOT

    Both spark plugs are sparking across a 3/8” gap
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    1996 Evinrude 40hp - Will not idle, 6mph WOT

    Fuel pump is the VRO (This is what the fuel system looks like in mine) I’ll check the gaps tonight when I get home. Both spark plugs had spark - but just got a gap checker to see where they’re at.
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    1996 Evinrude 40hp - Will not idle, 6mph WOT

    Hello! I’m looking for some guidance with my outboard - having some issues with it. Model is an E40TTLEDS Engine starts up just fine, dies after idling for about 30 seconds. In gear, turn the throttle, max speed at 6mph (which is about a quarter where it should be). Pumping the primer bulb...
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