This is my first post! Got my boat two days ago, and seem to be directed here whenever I google a question.. I figured the next best thing would be to register and introduce myself.. Hello World.
I just got an 8hp Johnson outboard motor. There is a decent amount of smoke coming out when I go above idle. The spark plugs are also wet (both). I am assuming it's just a wrong mix on their side, and would like to know the correct ratio.. If I were to take a WILD guess, I'd go with about 32-40:1. Am I anywhere near??
Oh, and I must add: I have started it 3 times since getting it. Half pull each time EFFORTLESS and it starts right up. Never seen a motor start that fast.. Also, I took off the cover, and would never guess it was an 80's motor.. Everything under the cover is MINT!
I just got an 8hp Johnson outboard motor. There is a decent amount of smoke coming out when I go above idle. The spark plugs are also wet (both). I am assuming it's just a wrong mix on their side, and would like to know the correct ratio.. If I were to take a WILD guess, I'd go with about 32-40:1. Am I anywhere near??
Oh, and I must add: I have started it 3 times since getting it. Half pull each time EFFORTLESS and it starts right up. Never seen a motor start that fast.. Also, I took off the cover, and would never guess it was an 80's motor.. Everything under the cover is MINT!