1989 2.3 OMC engine trouble

jdobbs

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Went out for the first time and the engine seemed to be running fine. After a few hours on the lake I started to notice white smoke from the back of the boat followed by the motor running really crappy (like misfiring). Barely could get it back to the ramp. Checked the oil dipstick and is seemed a little lighter in color then it should.

Not sure what to check or where to go with this next. I have heard anything from blown head gasket to something with the exhaust or intake.
 

Don S

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Re: 1989 2.3 OMC engine trouble

Did it overheat? Did you look at the gauges?
Was the white smoke inside the boat or outside?
Was the oil level over full or just lighter in color?
 
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