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    87 40 hp Evinrude won't idle

    Runs great at high speeds but can't go slow. Cleaned carbs and works great in tank, but at the lake same problem, When you start it you have to gun it and get speed or it will cut out. Idles fine with hose on it no rpm. Had it idle in tank for 20 minutes with rpm, Usually hard to start...
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    87 Evinrude 40 Starter Issues

    Last time out the boat would not start to get back to the dock. We tried different batteries, finally was towed. Starter tried to start, did once but boat was cold and died. Starter seemed to drag. Now have installed new solenoid and starter and all I get is the gear spinning with out going up...
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