the motor is an 80HP 1979 Merc. It will start when I use the choke but when I release the choke it will die. I have advance the spark to rais rpm's but when I release the choke it still dies. I am sure it is not getting enough gas but I don't know what to check next.
My Merc 80 starts well and seems to run well.<br />However As I am running on the plane at about a steady 20-22 MPH suddenly the engine will lose speed and the boat will settle. If I give it more gas it will jump back up on the plane at a higher speed. If I try to run again at the 20-22 MO+PH...
Does anyone know of places to rent sailboats in the Norfolk/Hampton area of Virginia. I recently took a course in Fla and passed the ASA 101/103 training and now I want to put some time in sailing before I spring for my own sailboat.<br />Thank
My 1979 Merc 80 HP will start OK. Choke usually required. Idle seems a little rough but functional. When I ease it in gear it takes it but sometimes idle speed has to be increased to avoid dieing. When power is applied engine dies. If I choke it I can usually get it up to speed. <br />Engine...
