DeCarb Vs Rebuild??

[grover777]

1959 Johnson Super Seahorse 50hp. Finally got started today. Ran ok last year, slow hole shot, decent once on plane. Boat used to have a very good hole shot.<br /><br />Compression #1 80, #2 85, #3 80 #4 85.<br /><br />Should I decarb with seafoam as outlined in the FAQ or should I rebuild/clean with a carb kit?? Id rather take the easy way first.<br /><br />What else could improve the hole shot??<br /><br />Thanks!!<br /><br />Daron

 

[NathanY]

Re: DeCarb Vs Rebuild??

Well, if your carbs are gummed up, causing your poor hole shot, then no amount of decarb is gonna fix that. On the other hand, if you have a severe carbon problem, then no amount of carb work is gonna get you out of the hole quicker. Clear as mud?

 

[bubbakat]

Re: DeCarb Vs Rebuild??

Do a dcarb first and if that increases you compression the rebuild carbs. If that doesn't help your hole shot then you decide to rebuild you are already one step in the right direction.

 

[grover777]

Re: DeCarb Vs Rebuild??

Thanks, I most likley will do both.<br /><br />Will I need a carb kit?? What comes in one??<br /><br />Daron

 

[grover777]

Re: DeCarb Vs Rebuild??

Middleground:<br /><br />thanks! I do have a manual ordered. Any advice on where to get the carb kit??<br /><br />Thanks

 

[bubbakat]

Re: DeCarb Vs Rebuild??

Most any dealer can get you a kit. or you can try your napa dealer. That is where I get most of my old carb parts.<br />or try these I have had some luck whith them<br /><br /> web page