6hp carb issue

[BURNSY23]

i need very very beginer instructions how to clean my carb, i cannot afford to take it to a marina so i must try myself with no experience what so ever! pls help if you can, thanks so much fellas! i included pics of my motor, 1970's i think???

 

[AlTn]

Re: 6hp carb issue

seems like Cajuncook1 gave great advice back on May 20...availed yourself of an oem manual ?

 

[Daviet]

Re: 6hp carb issue

I would suggest that you get an OEM manual for your engine. It will help you do all the service work plus help you trouble shooting on your engine.
The manual will have all the specs for your engine.

 

[BURNSY23]

Re: 6hp carb issue

What do i need to get the manual, serial #?

 

[DARREN101]

Re: 6hp carb issue

brand , year and size of motor . probably locate one on internet .

 

[libellav15]

Re: 6hp carb issue

have to agree

get a manual buddy

it will tell you all the initial settings for the idle/mixture screws as well.

and if you do want to avoid shop bills you are presumably planning on servicing it yourself as well - so the manual will be well worth the investment

good luck

 

[BURNSY23]

Re: 6hp carb issue

How do i find out year? I dont know??, can anyone tell by my pics? How ca i find out for sure? Thanks

 

[Vic.S]

Re: 6hp carb issue

The model number will identify the year.

It should be on a plate on the transom clamp bracket together with the serial number. Both numbers may also be on a disc on the power head

It certainly looks like an early to mid 1970s model. Prior to 1971 the flywheel was a different design and from 1977 onwards they had CD ignition, not points ignition. That seems to narrow it down to 1971 to 1976.

 

[Cap'n Chaos]

Re: 6hp carb issue

Wow, looks like my 1965 model.

I'll offer what little help I can, seeing as how I'm new to boat motors myself....(it is a little intimidating working on something unfamiliar.)

This is based on my own experience - your mileage may vary.

A manual really does help... and they aren't too expensive. (It is WELL worth whatever you pay - mine was $25 with shipping) .....and I don't get commission for selling for IBOATS, Evinrude, EBAY or KEN COOKE.)

Where I had trouble with MY particular 6HP was.... (I had to go into the carb 3 times.) Adjusting the float height, general cleaning of the passageways and adjusting the slow speed needle.

I used spray can carb cleaner to get it clean, several cans ...you really need compressed air as well, and a pair of safety glasses - the chemicals in the carb cleaner are NOT friendly to your skin / face / and certainly not your eyes.

Do yourself a favor a read Joe Reeves' info on adjusting the carb's slow speed needle, TWICE... 1-1/2 turns didn't work for me but my needle wasn't exactly to spec, but it will get you in the right direction.... get an OEM carb kit WITH a "plastic" float and the little tiny clip that hooks the float to the needle for $25 or less - if yours has a cork float.

Get some new "ethanol proof" fuel lines too.

READ, READ and then read again the "TOP SECRET FILES". If you get lost or confused ASK QUESTIONS.... the people on this forum are INCREDIBLE!!!

 

[BURNSY23]

Re: 6hp carb issue

cap'n, you are right on, almost lol, i found out by the model # its a 1966 according to the chart i found on iboats. I put a half tea spoon of gas/oil mix in each cylinder and replaced the plugs, pulled and it started right up, then died. Is this indeed a carb issue if my gas delivery is fine everywhere else??

 

[BURNSY23]

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also they are sold out of manuals on here. Where else can i look?