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    power trim stays on 150 2000 johnson

    Took some boat wake over transom- newly installed power trim came on in down position-popped off new relay to stop-continues even after drying out for several days-any thoughts appreciated -Regards Andy
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    early power trim motor burn out 150 2001 Johnson

    I have 150 hp 2001 Johnson-Two issues the tilting tube was not properly maintained causing additional strain on the power trim motor- How can that be cleaned or degreased and relubed-second does the engine have to be pulled off transom to get to all the bolts on the power trim motor? Regards Andy
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    new engine turns-does not start

    I have a 2022 350 hp fresh water cooled mercruiser-went out motor ran great-anchored for a bit. Question - i was installing a cigarette lighter on a fuse block and accidentally crossed the wire. After that i wanted to head back, went to start the engine, it turns and that's it. Is there any...
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    winterization procedure

    Looking to fog out and run antifreeze through my fresh water cooled ,fuel injected MerCruiser 350 h.p. M.P.I.- I was told to add about a quarter of the capacity of two cycle oil to the water separator and then run about 8 gallons of anti freeze through the raw water pick up hose. My question...
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    anti-freeze amount

    Looking to winterize my mercruiser 350 fwc engine how many gallons should I run through the system to be safe from long island freeze ,also was told to put a quarter amount of two cycle oil in the water separator for fog out since it is fuel injected. Regards Andy
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    2022 MerCruiser turns-no ignition

    My 2022- 350 MerCruiser MPI was running great until yesterday. The engine is turning over but does not show any kind of attempted ignition while the key is deployed to the start position. There are two symptoms -first just at the end of the turn cycle which is usually 6-8 revolutions and as I...
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    Stalling low speed outboard

    Just purchased 2000 150 hp yamaha two stroke-runs great with cold start engaged or higher running rpms 1500 and above -does not hold an idle- before the stall it sounds like it is running out of gas-spits and stalls .Bulb remains hard. Will restart quickly with cold start engaged. Any help...
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    1989 35 hp yamaha sputter

    The engine overheat alarm sounded. Shut down engine-believe i sucked up some slip gut. Did a compression check -all good 135 both cylinders .Problem the engine starts and runs fine then sputters as if you turn key off and right back on. more consistent sputter in neutral every 5-10 seconds. in...
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    cmp 25 b vhf not working

    Tried some basic troubleshooting methods- the question is this- will the new standard horizon ram 3 marry up to the old receiver? are the remote mics interchangeable/ thank you for time
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    Gas leak while priming

    2001 150 Johnson-gas leaking from bottom left carburetor [gas leaking through the open black throat that is exposed when the plastic air filter is off] while trying to prime. What are the possible reasons and solutions? Thank you
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    panels lights at bridge no on /off switch

    Just purchased a 1999 Phoenix 29 SFX. The other night I noticed the panel lights were on and there does not appear to be a switch to turn them off. The only method is to turn off batteries. This seems odd by design -any knowledge of this boat and its design is appreciated.
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    power trim-slow death

    I have a 2000 150 h.p. Johnson -trim motor replaced 6 years ago-Last week or so motor running slower and slower especially when full trim up or down. Now nothing -battery in good shape. Are there any trouble shooting options or is this probably a replacement situation. Thank you
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    power trim not working

    2016 60 hp tiller handle trim motor responds intermittently neither switch/handle or motor works most of time/ seems electrical any idea's would be helpful
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    Slipping belt

    I have a belt issue on my 2000- 300 h.p. mercury inboard -Is there any part in the pulley system that is possibly more responsible for proper alignment of the belt so that it does not get damaged or breaks as a result? I had a mechanic install a new one and said everything looked fine. If there...
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    south bay strainer screws

    Looking to replace south bay strainer screws which were in poor condition. My question is should the screws be made of the same metal as the strainer? I believe it is bronze- or would stainless be a better choice since the original screws were compromised. Concerned about electrolysis. Thank you
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    Bilge pump runs does not pump

    I have a Rule 1500 gph which appears to run-The impeller spins like crazy, however no water is being pushed through the bilge hose to exit the boat. When I hit the switch a little shot of water goes out and then nothing. Just looking for some possible issues to investigate. Thank you Andy
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    Core return of Mercruiser

    I am looking to possibly repower with a new Mercruiser power plant ,unfortunately I invested a fair amount of money in the old engine and wanted to take some parts off for future use, which includes manifolds and risers. My question is how thorough and strict are the requirements in regards to...
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    trim relay mystery-2000- 150 h.p. Johnson

    Long story short-Trim relay is out on down cycle[just clicks]- swapped working relay from up cycle and now down trim works.The challenge now is finding a relay that works.The original is a siemens- so far I have tried a tyco which came in a evinrude johnson package[does not work] next was a...
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    2000 Johnson 150 h.p. Power trim issue

    Putting the boat away for winter-everything done-looking to trim up slightly to raise skeg from driveway and I just now get a clicking noise from the power head-trim down works fine-looking to get my first mate to hit button to get a better isolation of click location. Question- is there a relay...
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    new to winterizing inboard Mercruiser

    I am looking to winterize and fog out my inboard 350 magnum fuel injected Mercruiser. My question is, will the water pick up at the bottom of the bilge draw in antifreeze with the external seacock closed? Also do I spray the fogging solution into the uncovered flame arrestor? Any advice or tips...
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