Evinrude cutting out

Brento311

Petty Officer 3rd Class
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I just took out my recently purchased 1972 Evinrude 9.5 hp. IT cranked up after a few tries, and at full throttle ran fine for about 30 minutes. Then, all of a sudden, it started slowing way down and it felt like it was at idle speed. After that it died, and yes, i had the gas tank vented. I pulled on the starter and it fired right up and ran fine after that. Does anyone know what the problem might be? Should I have adjusted the Rich-Lean screw? Thanks
 

12Footer

Fleet Admiral
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Re: Evinrude cutting out

Check the filter. Also check for water in the carb bowl. How old is the fuel in the tank?
 

Brento311

Petty Officer 3rd Class
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Re: Evinrude cutting out

I will check the carburetor tomorrow, but the fuel in the tank was bought today. How often does a filter need replacing? Thanks
 
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