not firing

[gizmo2011]

i am green when it comes to boats, bought my first one yesterday. 89 maxum with a 125 force engine, looks great motor looks bran new it just wont fire on any cylender .would appreciate any advice

 

[fucawi]

Re: not firing

could be as simple as a fuse ....have you got supply from the ignition switch in the run position? Did the previous owner say it ran ? Did you have a water test prior to purchase or was it real cheap.

 

[pnwboat]

Re: not firing

Could be something as simple as the Kill Switch lanyard not attached. Most boats have a safety switch either on the dash or on the throttle control assembly. There's a cord with a small plastic piece that slips over or under (depends on design) the nipple on the Kill Switch. The idea is to clip the other end of the cord to yourself. If you're out boating and you fall overboard, you'll pull the plastic piece out and kill the ignition to the motor.