Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

[destinee]

Hey all-
The last time we took our boat out it had troubles starting.
I believe it's the spark plugs.

Are they easy to change?
Can anyone help??

Thank you,

Destinee

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

read this,http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=158071

also this, http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=158086

also this, http://www.boatsetup.com/SparkPlugChart.pdf

plugs are easy to change take one out put one in.

 

[warrior1]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

well what kind of engine is it. how many hp. what year model.

 

[CATransplant]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

Why do you think it's the spark plugs? What engine is on your boat? Look for the model number near the transom mount on your engine and give that to us.

What problem are you having with the outboard? Does it not start? Does it run rough? Does it lack power?

The more information you provide, the better the folks here will be able to help. Lets start with the model of the engine, and the nature of the problem. That's a start.

 

[ezeke]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

Easy with a spark plug wrench or deep socket. The important thing is to get the right plug, so use this chart: http://www.boatsetup.com/SparkPlugChart.pdf

Tighten a new plug finger tight, then about a 1/3 to 1/2 turn should be snug enough. If you over-tighten, you will strip the threads in the aluminum heads.

 

[destinee]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

Sorry Guys-

I realize the engine make and model would've helped

Evinrude E-Tec 225hp.

It took a while to start and once we got it started it ran great!

My hubby thought it was the spark plugs and when he called a marine shop, they also said it's known to happen more often in those motors.

By the way, is there a way that I can get all of your replies in my e-mail?

Thanks for all the quick reply's guys!!

 

[CATransplant]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

I don't think there's an email option on this board.

Changing plugs on that engine is pretty much the same as changing plugs on a car. Take the cowling off the engine, locate the plugs, use a spark plug wrench to remove them after removing the wire's cap from the plug. (I suggest doing them one at a time). Check the gap on the new, proper numbered plug with a proper spark plug gap guage (I don't know the gap on that engine), then screw the plug in finger tight. Tighten the plug properly with the spark plug wrench (I don't know the proper torque on that engine...check with the dealer). Repeat until all plugs are replaced. Put the cowling back on and try the outboard in the water or on muffs.

That said, if you or your husband have no experience at all with spark plug replacement and are all thumbs, consider having the outboard tuned up at the shop. It's spendy, but you'll certainly get the job done right.

 

[ezeke]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

You can subscribe to any thread and all of the responses will be sent to your e-mail. Open a thread and select "subscribe..." in the "Thread Tools" pick list near the top of the page.

When you contribute or start a thread, your personal setup will determine if you get the responses forwarded or not; see "User CP" near the top left of the page when you have the thread opened.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

You will have to index the plugs when you replace them. See link below. It's specified for the Ficht engines, but the same procedure is used on the Etecs.

http://www.boatsetup.com/PlgIndexing.html

 

[Boatist]

Re: Spark Plug Help!!!! Please

I no expert on the E-Tech but sounds more like fuel to me. After not being use it took a little while to get the fuel pump up to all the injectors and this is normal after not being used for a long time.