I have been having trouble starting my 1983 Johnson 90hp V4 for about a week. I managed to get salt water in the fuel system. This morning, I noticed a small puddle of something coming from the prop. The substance is black and kinda looks like grease but doen't feel the same as grease. Also...
I was able to determine that I had salt water in the fuel system. After flushing the carbs with new gas, I was able to start the engine for about 5 secs. After that, engine would turn over but would not start at all. Should I re-flush the carbs? Thanks for everyone's advice.
I have a 1983 Johnson 90hp V4 that I cannot get started. The starter is working correctly and I am getting sparks from all of the ignition coils. I could possibly have salt water in the fuel system. I switched to a six gallon tank from the inboard tank. I can get the engine to fire...
I have a 1983 Johnson V4 90hp engine. This past weekend, I took on water. There was enough water in the boat to submerge the battery and alot of the eletrical system. The motor never went under. I was able to get the bilge on and pumped out all of the water. The motor cranked for awhile...
