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

    Well, it does seem to work okay, especially now. I'm 99% certain I got the whole fuel system fixed by just replacing the old fuel with new. I didn't clear out the new carb and it took a while for it to run "clean" because of what was in the float. This is all from a test run near a dock but I...
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    2004 Nissan 9.8 has a bad idle and throttle, even after a new carburetor

    So with the new carb that ran on the likely "bad" gas, I took the old fuel out, pumped the hose out as much as I could, cleaned up the spark plugs a bit, put in new gas and ran it and it seems to be much better. I still may have to clean it, I'll do a full test tomorrow. I do have to say that...
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    2004 Nissan 9.8 has a bad idle and throttle, even after a new carburetor

    Also, so I did do my compression test, 90 psi on both, and it looks like that is good (thought it should be higher but looks okay on what I found online). So then I removed the fuel line into the carb, pumped it manually, went very steady and smooth but came out a bit "gold" and I have much...
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    2004 Nissan 9.8 has a bad idle and throttle, even after a new carburetor

    So if this happens does it usually plug up in the carb, especially the jets?
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    2004 Nissan 9.8 has a bad idle and throttle, even after a new carburetor

    I'll be doing some more this morning (checking compression as part of it) and getting a new "spare" fuel supply (tank, hose, new filter) which will be good to have as I only have one 3 gallon tank. Will update what happens.
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    2004 Nissan 9.8 has a bad idle and throttle, even after a new carburetor

    That's all good questions. I'm pretty sure it's a Nissan carb, but not 100% positive, got it off eBay (picture attached). I did mention that I tested the fuel feed and it looked pretty strong (was coming out just before the carb at higher level than needed, stopped off by the float, correct...
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    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...
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    Nissan 9.8 has a pull-starting issue (doesn't always engage into motor), also a carburetor question.

    Hey thanks guys, looks good, especially on the slow-to-fast pull on the pull-started (I probably start off kind of quick). The ratcheets were really clean but I will lubricate them, probably with some teflon spray. Thanks again BB
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    Keel leak in 1996 Starcraft

    Re: Keel leak in 1996 Starcraft Oh boy, you're gonna make me relive the pain! Drove it, bought it, sat in my driveway 8 years before it's maiden "relaunch". Used it heavily for about 6-7 years before a fateful event on Hwy 101 near Hoodsport. Insurance treated me well and so I said "screw...
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    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...
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    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
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    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...
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