Search results

  1. B

    Follow-up on previous thread/issue

    Thanks for all help on my previous thread, I did get things working better on this. Basically, ran like crap. Here's what I did: was running bad, replaced a carb, still running bad, dispensed bad fuel and added stabilizer and carb cleaner solvents (separate ones), ran it for a while and...
  2. B

    2004 Nissan 9.8 has a bad idle and throttle, even after a new carburetor

    This outboard was running pretty good since I bought it used about two years ago but just now it's not running well. It starts okay (pretty quick and for a few seconds) but doesn't go down to a steady smooth idle (kind of on & off) and sometimes goes up to high throttle but mostly just stays at...
  3. B

    Nissan 9.8 has a pull-starting issue (doesn't always engage into motor), also a carburetor question.

    I've got a Nissan 9.8, 2004. About 10% of the time when I pull-start it doesn't engage into the motor. I've taken the pull-coil assembly off and everything looks good. I'm wondering if it's the "spreader" that is maybe wearing out (the "teeth" open out when pulled to start). Is that the only...
  4. B

    How to test automatic choke on Honda BF9.9

    I have a 2013 Honda BF9.9 that purrs like a kitten once it's warmed up but it really hates to start (the colder it is, the worse it is). I haven't run this motor until I rebuilt the power head so I don't know how it's supposed to start except that it has an electric/automatic choke and that I...
  5. B

    Am I missing something? Trying to remove prop shaft from Yamaha 15 2-stroke

    I couldn't find a video on how to do this for my motor but the one I found for a 40 horse sure looked similar. Home made puller. So far, no "action". I've been sweating some lube using heat around it, before and after trying to pull. Feels like the eye bolts might just be opening up, no sign of...
  6. B

    Gasket sealer needed between block and oil pan on Honda 9.9?

    I'm retrofitting a power head on a 2010 Honda 9.9. I have a new gasket between the block and oil housing "pan" but it looks like the old one may have had a light coat of sealer, can't quite tell for sure. I do have "high temp" silicone oil-resistant sealer that looks suitable. Also, if someone...
  7. B

    Update: Engine seized due to hitting a rock (apparently not) - Honda 9.9 - 2010

    See update on 4th reply down. I picked up a great deal on a Honda 9.9 XLS high thrust outboard. Low hours, but the prop hit a rock and it looks like it somehow seized the block (threw a rod or something). For the price I got it (about what a lower unit goes for on eBay), no worries if it's not...
  8. B

    Honda BF90 tach/trim gauge wiring harness

    Hi, I converted my 2009 Honda BF90 from remote to tiller steer but haven't mounted it yet (new boat hasn't been made yet). I had the trim and tach gauges (factory) on my old boat. I sold all of the remote harnesses and controls and probably sold the wriing harness for the gauges with it. Is...
  9. B

    Anyone ever see a cracked keel/hull in a newer Starcraft?

    I am wondering if my 1995 19' Starcraft has a crack in the hull in the area that is "sandwiched" between the keel that is riveted on the outside (bottom) and the "hat section" that is riveted on the inside (bottom of the hull is in between these two sections). I have eliminated virtually every...
  10. B

    Keel leak in 1996 Starcraft

    Ok, I did a lot of searching on this. I also have a lot of experience with Starcraft boats but mostly older than my present model. My 1996 19' Sport Fisherman has leaks in the keel area. The bilge wants to drain about every 15 minutes and it drips out when you fill with water. I has assumed...
  11. B

    Quick question on 2004 Johnson 9.9 4-stroke

    I have a guy offering one of these on a trade. I know some of the 4-stroke Johnson's were made by Suzuki, was this one of those? Whether or not they are, any idea how good they are and are parts easy to get? Thanks! Biederboat
  12. B

    Alternator on 2005 F8?

    How do I tell if my (approximately) 2005 F8 has an alternator or not? I cannot find what would appear to be any means of tapping into a power discharge circuit. In my searches, I've seen info that implied it should have an alternator. On my Honda (2000 8HP), it has a covered plug that you...
  13. B

    Poured-in foam from a newer Starcraft - can it be removed?

    I've been fighting a loosing battle on keeping a floor on a 1996 Starcraft Superfisherman fastened down. I know part of the problem is the "longitudinals" are pretty beat up (cracks that I think go all the way down). The previous owner really ran this boat hard. I've done two resto's on older...
  14. B

    2004 Yamaha F8 won't come close to idling

    I just bought a used 2004 Yamaha F8 (all manual). It was kind of a "fire sale", guy was selling it for his buddy but couldn't get the thing to idle. Overall, there's no sign the motor was damaged or abused with the exception of it being possibly stored incorrectly. There seems to be a lot of...
  15. B

    19' Starcraft project boat

    Here's a few before, during and after pics of my current boat that some of you asked about in regards to this thread: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?p=3015014#post3015014 It started life as a 19' Starcraft Fishmaster. Unlike my previous projects (16' and 21' Starcrafts), the one...
  16. B

    Leaks on 1996 19' Starcraft

    Hi all, First time posting in this particular forum, I've posted a few times in the engine section. I've restored two previous Starcraft boats, a 1966 16' and a 1972 21' Chieftain. The Cheiftain was converted from a cuddy cabin & i/o to an open bow and an outboard. I have done one heck of a...
  17. B

    Questions about "unique" prop on Mercury outboard

    Hi all, long time no post but I'm trying to help a co-worker with something that has me baffled. He bought a replacement motor for his low-profile ski boat (70's style fiberglass, fairly flat hull). It has a Mercury 150 that's likely the original motor, has the metal blue-banded cowl cover)...
  18. B

    Stainless prop for 90HP Honda, adviseable?

    It was mentioned to me that a stainless prop for a 90HP Honda might not be a good idea, due mainly to the weight of the prop. The implication was that it would be hard on the lower unit gears. I heard this from a friend, who supposedly heard it from an "expert". Any truth to this? I would...
  19. B

    Honda 8hp has water in crankcase oil

    I have a 1999 8hp XLS mounted as a kicker. Bought it with supposedly less than 50 hours on it, definitely looked like it. I have had it 3 years with less than 200 hours on it myself. Yesterday it started smoking and running funny, revved it a bit, rank okay (trolling at slowest speed)...
  20. B

    Need parts recommendations for new motor installation

    Hi, I just purchased one of the 2008 90HP 4-strokes from iboats. I won't have the motor shipped for at least another month so that gives me some time to get the boat ready. The following is what I understand I'll need for parts: *Prop (I'm weighing 17" or 19" on a very light 19' aluminum...
Top