1976 johnson 40 hp will not start

cb4hunter

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i have 76 40 hp johnson electric start it turns over but will not start. i up gas in the carb and then it starts for a seconed. gas is going throw the lines. any help would be greatful.
 

lindy46

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Re: 1976 johnson 40 hp will not start

Try pumping the fuel line bulb and see if it keeps running. If if runs when you pump the bulb and dies when you stop pumping, it's most likely the fuel pump. Tank vented properly?
 
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