Chrysler 9.9

[Franki]

Yeah, immediately drop the bottom of the leg off and replace the impeller.. <br /><br />even if it was brand new when it was left in storage, rubber rots and gets brittle.. <br /><br />also check all the water channels to make sure they are all clean.<br /><br />And change the oil in the gearcase.. <br /><br />I have a 6hp kicker, and I have alot of repect for it, its a great design and very solid.. so look after it properly and it'll look after you.<br /><br /><br />rgds<br /><br />Frank

 

[claytonr]

Chrysler 9.9

I have never owned a boat or a motor before. I was given a 9.9hp Chrysler to put on a 14 foot jon boat. This motor was sitting in a garage for approximately 10 years; should I do anything to this motor before trying to start it? How do I figure out the year that this motor was made, and are the motors noted for having any particular problems?

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: Chrysler 9.9

You'll want to drop the carb bowl and see if there's any gunk in it. The carb will probably need a thorough cleaning before you run it. Remove the spark plugs and spray generous shots of WD-40 in the cylinders, then slowly pull the motor over. Repeat this for a couple days. Check the lower unit lube as well. And I agree with the impeller advice. Get some fresh 87 octane with good oil, (50:1 ratio) and let 'er rip! I have an older Force 9.9 and love it. May want to do a decarb after you get it up and running. A Merc dealer may be able to help with the year, and finding a manual. Good luck!

 

[Waco]

Re: Chrysler 9.9

will probably need a fuel pump too. I'm not sure how crysler fuel pumps work, but most that I know about, will get brittle and not function after couple years of storage.