1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

[tweeek]

Hello,

I have a 1989 60 HP Johnson, it runs great, but after I stop for a while the fuel bulb goes soft, I have to pump it for what seems like eternity, probably 50-60 times before it will go hard again. I can hear air somewhere, but not sure if it is just pumping air into the carbs on the engine that I am hearing. Not sure where to begin with this, I am mechanically inclined, but dont have a lot of experience with outboards.

Thanks!
Bryce

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

bad bulb. air leak in fuel line. once the motor is started, the bulb will soften, as the fuel is drawn thru it is normal, but the hose should stay full of fuel.

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: 1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

Sounds like an Attwood hose assembly from Wally World...air leaks and bad check valves.

 

[tweeek]

Re: 1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

tx1961whaler, could you elaborate on what the "Check Valve" is?

Is this the one way valve in the bulb?
Thanks

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: 1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

tx1961whaler, could you elaborate on what the "Check Valve" is?

Is this the one way valve in the bulb?
Thanks

Yes. I and many others have had issues with 3rd party fuel line assemblies and connectors. This is one case where it is better to go with the factory parts.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: 1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

Agree. Genuine replacement for this item or suffer the potential consequences.

 

[KEN CRONIN]

Re: 1989 60 HP Losing fuel Siphon

just finished fighting similar problem on a 7 month old new fuel line and bulb----bad bulb--other one lasted 17 years---go get a merc bulb--tashadaddy says they are the best and sure solved my problem