Still diagnosing bogging trouble w/ Force 85hp outboard.
I disconnected the pulse line where it joins the engine block & then pumped the primer bulb and fuel spurts out the pulse line - this would seem like an obvious sign that the diaphragm is ripped leaking.
Would that be correct?
Thanks...
I'd love to see what you all think of the quality of my diagnosis. Here's the situation:
Basic 'what's working':
1986 Force 85hp
New/working iginition system (stator-to-spark plugs) have spark on all
127# compression all 3 cylinders
New Impeller, t-stat & tell-tale= great running temp
new Head...
I have a side mount single lever Teleflex remote throttle:
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Problem - I can't push the button for 'fast idle' unless the arm is about 15 degrees forward. This activates the neutral safety, so I can't disengage the gear shift without the...
I am in the midst of several critical issues with my 1988 Force 85 ob.
Starter - Still not turning over well after checking all connections and dissassembling starter and cleaning completely all the parts. There's
a fully charged battery as well, brushes/springs look great.
A few questions...
