Recent content by nickfishbait

  1. N

    Throttle Delay

    My yamaha 130 is experiencing throttle delay. When I'm applying throttle while at the dock, in neutral, no problems. When in gear, I throttle up to a point then I have to advance slowly or else she'll stall. If I wait in a slightly advanced throttle position for approx 10 seconds, she'll all of...
  2. N

    Lost Reverse on 1994 Yamaha 130

    The engine has run like a top for 2 seasons. All of a sudden today, reverse will not engage. When the throttle shifter is placed in reverse, all I hear is the clicking and kinda grinding sound which was always the case when shifting into reverse. The RPM's will increase in reverse but the prop...
  3. N

    Yamaha 130 Oil Warning Light ... I'm stumped

    I'm stumped ... any help is appreciated: 1994 Yamaha 130 2stroke Here's the details ... The yellow oil warning light on the engine gauge is lit. After running for some time, the alarm buzzer will sound, engine drops RPMs and the red warning light will be lit. After inspection, I see the oil...
  4. N

    Fuel Additives For Winterizing

    What is everyone adding to their fuel when winterizing? Store-N-Start, MDR E-Zorb, Stabil, etc..?? I've read several articles and they all mention different methods of conditioning fuel for the winter. Not sure if it matters, but the motor in question is a 2 stroke. Thanks Nick
  5. N

    Dual Batteries On Yamaha 130

    I'd like to know the proper connection sequence for a dual battery setup (24 series deep cycle) on yamaha 130 2 stroke. The intention is to have 1 for engine only and the other for all acessories/backup to engine battery. Also, I'd like to have both batteries charged by the engine as well. I...
  6. N

    Trying to test a Yamaha remote oil reservoir pump ... RodBolt, anyone?

    I'm overhauling the oil injection system on my 1996 Yamaha 130 2 stroke. I ordered a new oil pump assembly and trying to test it along with the old unit. (This is the pump that is attached to the remote oil reservoir). According to the article...
See more
Top