Can a bad rectifier cause throttle load problems?

kirkbie

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2003 90 HP Mercury OB. Can a bad rectifier cause a motor to bog, sputter at mid to higher throttle?
 

Chris1956

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Doubtful. However, for a test, disconnect the stator wires from it and insulate the stator wires. Now retest your motor.
 

Scott Danforth

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doubtful, most likely its fuel system related.
 
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