Compression good all around (105-115). Replaced fuel tank with new and a new fuel filter, disabled VRO per some of the kind folks advice, fresh pre-mix (50:1) fuel and gave it a crank. After 24 months sitting, it started, remained idle for 15 seconds, then cutoff. Restarting was tough, cranked but wouldn't turn-over. Let it sit a while, removed plugs, cleaned and replaced, primed the bulb and gave it another shot, remained idle running for 10 seconds, then cutoff once more. Smoked like the demon itself. I was using the muffs all the time. I suspect a dirty carb or a bad fuel pump that is running off the VRO. I never cleaned or rebuilt the carbs for that matter, in the 5 years of owning this boat. Am I due? Should I also ditch the VRO for a universal fuel pump? If so, what would my p/n be?
As always, I welcome the groups help. You guys have been great...
Cheers!
JG
As always, I welcome the groups help. You guys have been great...
Cheers!
JG