johnson 5 1/2hp starts but wont idle

jnallyn

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help engine will start but will not idle , i have checked all fuel lines good pressure , starts when i spray starting fluid into carb, runs then stalls have been told to take out spark plugs and spray oil into cylinders to revive compression this did not work anyone have any ideas fuel pump seems good could it be in the carb? thanks for all input jnallyn@netzero.com :confused:
 

JB

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Re: johnson 5 1/2hp starts but wont idle

Moving this to Outboard Questions.
 
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