Motor dies when idling

[Boatingsolo]

Man I’m new here, I have a 95 Johnson Fast strike 150 the motor has a hard time idling seems to flood itself out . It runs great if I take off as soon as I start it,but when going to a smaller lake that’s idle only it’s a real pain cause it keeps dying out.

 

[racerone]

What trouble shooting have you done so far ?-----Without more information it is hard to help you.---How long have you owned this boat ?----Could be as simple as some water in the gas or a bad sparkplug.

 

[Maj92az]

Considering it runs well at speed I will think it has to do with the carbs...if not done yet, consider a complete tune up...but first..check for fuel line leaks..an/or make sure the tank is venting. Next best thing is adjust the idle mixture screws...but really you should start from scratch. Maybe even rebuild the carbs.

 

[Boatingsolo]

I have owned the boat for about a month now, I will start by Changing the spark plugs out and check the gas for water I know I kinda jumped the gun on the forum asking for help, but I was just so aggravated with it yesterday trying to idle around, I’ll keep you guys updated, thanks.

 

[flyingscott]

What way is the red handle on the primer facing?

 

[Boatingsolo]

The red handle is facing down

 

[flyingscott]

Is that inline with the body of the primer?

 

[Boatingsolo]

It is in line with the body I did notice a lot of gas and oil on the air box when I took it off. I’ll start it up tomorrow and see if there are any leaks

 

[Boatingsolo]

I did find when I pump the bulb up it looks like gas is seeping around the carb bowls could that cause my issue