Mercury 1150 has problem starting

[warnersworld]

I have a problem getting the motor to start simply by pumping the primer bulb and cranking.<br />I've had to inject a little gas in each carb and then she starts right up and runs great after that.<br />I've checked the tank vent and it is clear, the fuel pump pumps gas with no problem, and no gas <br />comes out of any carb wether the motor is tilted up or not. A friend told me the other day that he <br />had a Mercury and that they are cold starters and that he had to crank it quite a bit. Does this make<br />sense? If so how long should I have to crank the motor and should I advance the throttle some?<br />Thanks for your help.

 

[mellowyellow]

Re: Mercury 1150 has problem starting

welcome aboard <br />my 1150 needs to crank a bit when she hasn't been<br />used for a while too. are you using the fast idle<br />control? have also heard this is normal for these<br />old girls.<br />good luck,<br />M.Y.

 

[Gold Bear]

Re: Mercury 1150 has problem starting

warnersworld <br /><br />Perform a search "1150 Merc" on this forum. This subject has been discussed a lot here. You should also find a "solution" that I rigged on my 115.<br /><br />Good luck,<br /><br />Gold Bear