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I see that there is specific oil at the marine store for 4 stroke outboards. Whats the harm if you use a premium automotive oil of proper viscosity and keep oil changed regularly???
(1999 Honda 40HP)
I have a 1999 honda 40 and I have come to the conclusion that these motors are very sensitive in the carb area. I have had my carbs off several times for cleaning (can now do it with my eyes closed) I have always wondered when reinstalling the emulsion tubes dose it matter on there position in...
I Have a 1999 honda 40 that had a bad sealing cover to pan gasket allowing for some water to enter when coming off plane. I noticed the water very slow in draining and a little always remained sloshing around in the pan under the powerhead so I suspect there are some drains that are cloged but I...
I purchassed a used 1999 honda bf40 it was in need of a bad carb cleaning which I performed with good results, however there was some corrosion in the carbs that I wasnt happy with. I purchassed a set of new carbs on a manifold that are the newer style (the price was right) with the fuel...
