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I'm really glad that I bought the spark plug tester. I asked the guy at the auto parts store and he laughed at me because we all know how to use a screwdriver to test for spark. I finally found one, it's much better than a screwdriver because I can see the spark while it's running. Thanks for...
UPDATE- Problem solved! Thanks to all of you!!!!!!!!
I replaced the coil, still no work.
I replaced the power pack and it solved the problem. I was back to full speed!
Thanks to all.
I cleaned everything up, but still no go.
I ordered a new ignition coil, new power pack, and new wires. I really hope that it solves my top spark issues.
I think it is my coil. I meticulously cleaned all of the connections and it still won't make a spark for the top plug. I'm going to look for a way to test it online.
I rechecked the compression with a new gauge, they both registered 91-92 ish.
I did a compression and spark plug test this evening. The compression only came in around 80-85. Although I don't have a ton of confidence in my compression tester. I used a loaner from O'reilly auto parts but I'm not sure how much I trust it. I pick up a new one tomorrow.
However, however, I...
I just ordered a compression tester, it should be here tonight. I put new plugs in and gapped them at 0.030 in as per my manual. Are you suggesting that I pull the plugs out and see if it will jump from my plugs to something else at least 3/8" I can check this out when I get home.
I am mixing at 50:1
I don't know the pitch, Is there a number on the prop, if not, how would I find the pitch?
One thing to remember is that it was working fine for a few days. It was moving around with full power then it just started acting up.
I hope that helps, thanks
It's a newer engine for me and I'm new to boating. It was working fine then it just started to bog down while I tried to open it up. It might even sputter (one in a great while). Kinda like it finally got some gas and then back to being stuck in a mid-range rpm max. I can get around but not...
