No Top-End Power - '96 Evinrude 6hp

[123rvk]

Help. I've got new plugs, new fuel/tank/oil for my 1996 6hp Evinrude. It starts right away and idles great, but I have no top-end power (nothing above 2300rpm or so). At WOT, it is like at 1/4 throttle. Here's the kicker...sometimes it will give short bursts of thrust and the idle will increase, but then it dies quickly again. Help please!!

 

[Yepblaze]

Re: No Top-End Power - '96 Evinrude 6hp

Check the link and sync if applicable to make sure it's all working properly.<br /><br />Perhaps a fuel system service is in order.<br /><br /> <br />Remove, dissassemble, inspect, clean, inspect, reassemble, and adjust carb.<br /><br />Check fuel line connectors for air leaks. <br /><br />Check and clean, or replace, fuel filter. <br /><br />Suspect fuel pump if above repairs don't help.<br /><br />Most of these items might require that you have a manual at hand. They are available from a click somewhaere right on this webpage.

 

[Walker]

Re: No Top-End Power - '96 Evinrude 6hp

Is that 6hp. a 2 cylinder. Clean the coil grounds and check all other wire connections and grounds.

 

[123rvk]

Re: No Top-End Power - '96 Evinrude 6hp

Thanks for your help guys! There was dirt/sand/ and a pineneedle in the carburetor...go figure...<br />I also cleaned out the fuel tank really well. All is functioning very well now. Thanks! And, yes, it is the twin cylinder.