Motor dies when put in gear?

cworthly

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When shifting into gear, the motor dies half of the time, not gently either I should add. It's a 200 Optimax 1998. Sometimes smooth, but getting worse. Please help.
 

phatmanmike

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Re: Motor dies when put in gear?

how long since a decarb?<br />how long since carbs were rebuilt and cleaned?<br />how long since lower unit lube changed?
 

cworthly

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Re: Motor dies when put in gear?

Changed the lube twice this year, just in case that was the problem. My Optimax is DFI (direct fuel injection) no carbs. I have been trying different oils with the gas to see if that is the problem. I am using Quicksilver now. I am thinking of going to a 100% synthetic oil. Thanks for responding! Keep the sugestions coming!
 
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