Fuel problems

[keith kasper]

I have a 1977, 20 Horsepower mercury outboard. The problem is that in order to keep the motor running, while in gear, you have to continuously pump the fuel ball on the fuel line. Now I just replaced the fuel line, so I don't believe that the problem is here. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what could be causing this problem.

 

[ross_larter]

Re: Fuel problems

sounds like the fuel pump diaphram has a hole in it, check to see your fuel pump is pumping.

 

[The Marine Doctor]

Re: Fuel problems

www.themarinedoctor.com/fuel_problems.htm<br /><br />That should help.<br /><br />TMD

 

[bob58]

Re: Fuel problems

TMD's link is wrong, try this one.<br /> http://www.themarinedoctor.com/fuelproblems.htm

 

[The Marine Doctor]

Re: Fuel problems

Thanks SL....I did some work on the page and then forgot to update that link.<br /><br />TMD

 

[bob58]

Re: Fuel problems

no problem<br />I appreciate what you do here.<br />Your site looks good and has good info!<br /><br />Bob