Hi there,
My motor has developed an issue where I can prime it and as soon as it's hard the fuel seems to start draining back into the tank. This happens on two different tanks and two different bulbs (one brand new). If turn the motor off and let it sit for a few minutes it won't start again...
2002 Mercury 40hp 2 stroke
Prior to doing a de-carb a few weeks ago I had none of these problems...
She'll generally start first or second pull and will idle all day on the muffs, but plop her in the water and it's a whole different story.
Prime bulb - start motor, sometimes it'll idle for a...
I'm in need of a new prop. Current prop is 10 3/8" 12p and is well worn. I'm still getting good holeshot and top speed is about 30mph. I won't know the RPM at WOT until my tachometer arrives. I'm assuming my prop has lost some blade area, but unsure how much.
My motor is a 40hp merc 2 stroke...
I bought this boat about a month ago and it's been making a concerning noise.. I didn't notice it when I test drove the boat, but I was probably so excited I simply didn't pay enough attention.
Here is a clip I made yesterday.
(Please excuse my aussie accent, I hope you can understand me :))...
