I think it's a "66" 95 hp merc.

[fresnobaker]

I just got my first boat , have never worked on one before ,but do have mech. nohow.When I turn the key it just keeps trying to turn over but won't fire up.Can any ony help me ?Thanks R.B.

 

[dmessy]

Re: I think it's a "66" 95 hp merc.

1)Check your lanyard kill switch( hooks from switch near console to your person, used to kill engine if you go overboard)make sure its ON<br />2)make sure your fuel line is hooked up and the primer blub is pumped up(new fuel in tank right?)<br />3)if still no fire,squirt a little premix directly into the throat of the carb(s), should at least pop over, if it does your problem is fuel related<br />4)Pull a sparkplug, hook it up to the same wire, GROUND the sparkplug to the engine block, should get spark.No spark? check back with this forum...good luck!

 

[fresnobaker]

Re: I think it's a "66" 95 hp merc.

Hi ,I finally got to try all you said and it's not getting any spark from the dist. to the coil .Thank you for your help.R.B.

 

[steelespike]

Re: I think it's a "66" 95 hp merc.

There may be a emergency stop tip up mercury switch with 2 wires.<br /> Ignition uses a kill switch (like a lawnmower)<br /> open to run shorted to ground to stop.<br /> If you disconnect the various kill wires including the tip up switch and try it.<br />If still no spark check the mag/Distributor.<br /> Johns Old Mercury Web Site at www.pfs-ware.com<br /> good Q/A board and links.Also Grubbs Marine has<br />reprint owners and service manuals for your motor<br />at:www.oldmercs.com