Force 85HP ignition problem

jav8r

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1984 85hp Force, almost quit running today at lake. Would run all out, then bog down back and forth until it was barely running.<br />At home took spark plugs out and found bottom one not firing. Motor has what I will call two “coil packs”. Both have two connectors to plugs. The one plug not firing, neither coil pack # 1 wire will fire it. (One is empty but switching to the other, no fire). When I switch it with either of the other wire connectors from the other coil pack #2, plug fires.<br />So…either the coil pack is dead??? Or what gives this pack power, the stator??? How do I know if this pack is dead or stator? Why two wires for one plug, when the other has two for two plugs?<br />I think I can replace the coil pack if need be, but how do you get to the stator if need be, can't pull crank wheel at top off to check??
 

andrewkafp

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Re: Force 85HP ignition problem

Welcome to iboats.<br />The reason it's quiet here ..is the time..<br />But here downunder it's only mid afternoon...<br /><br />If you have a manual, you can test the stator, trigger, and rectifier with a multimeter which has an "ohms" range.<br />This can be done by testing the resistance per the manual. There are some real experts here that will be able the assist.
 

BHM7952

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Re: Force 85HP ignition problem

I have Chrysler & Force factory shop manuals and will sell for $15 plus postage. Post or email your model number and I will be glad to see if I have the one for your engine. <br />Email: linda@nu-z.net
 
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