Re: How do I disconnect the oil injector?
John, speaking as someone who pre-mixes, I'd advise you to stick with the oil injection unless you have a specific reason to disconnect it. My opinion is that what you're hearing is not the quality of information you think it is.<br /><br />My opinion after premixing for a few years is that there is always the risk of screwing up the premix and this risk is similar or maybe even greater than the risk of a modern oil injection system failing. Both are small, close to nil. <br /><br />I believe if you research on these forums as well as true experts -rather than listening to a few casual outboard users or enthusiasts, you will find that most if not all of the "stories" you hear about oil injection failures are (1) not oil injection failures at all, but rather carburetor or other fuel system failures (a carb failure can reduce lubrication and fry one or more pistons and is often mistaken for an oiling system failure) or (2) caused by complete negligence in basic maintenance of the oil injection system. The systems do indeed require some basic monitoring and seasonal checkup/maintenance - but from what I've seen and read, many people just don't do anything. Any system needs proper maintenance to function. I feel the maintenance and diligence required is no more significant than the diligence required to properly measure and mix pre-mix oil. Both require some attention, about equal in the long run. No matter what anyone says, pre-mixing ends up being a hassle and is messy. Sure it's not a HUGE hassle or a BIG mess, but nonetheless, those factors are there and compare to the hassle of maintaining an oil injection system.<br /><br />Stick with the oil injection system. My engine is a remanufactured/rebuilt - and I believe they just didn't bother with the oil injection components and went with pre-mix. I'm almost ready to take the plunge and try to get the oil injection set up for the reasons I've mentioned. (But it costs some dough!).
