Another Ficht question (Sorry)

sgaylor

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I have twin 98 175 Johnson Ficht, both powerheads replaced in '99. Have run well with only minor problems, done the usual maintenance etc. But, of course, last year one of the engines would not start. It would crank and crank but not start. Spray a couple of shots of starter fluid (ether) and started first time. Boat ran well after that, no problem, but would need a shot of ether after that if engine was not run in one hour and ran good. Any ideas? The fuel pumps all test out, 35 psi at the injectors, whole fuel system cleaned out. I am to the understanding that there is circuit which supplies about 35 volts in the original start to the injectors. That may be bad. Thanks for any help. Steve
 

wilde1j

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Re: Another Ficht question (Sorry)

An OEM shop manual would be helpful along with the diagnostic sw. Otherwise, you're looking at WAG's.
 

wouldworker

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Re: Another Ficht question (Sorry)

My 175 ficht 2000 does the same when start amps/volts are not the highest. Cables? Hook two batteries in paralell to check it out or battery connections
 

SparkieBoat

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Re: Another Ficht question (Sorry)

and do not use starting fluid..washes the oil off of your bearings...use a spray bottle with pre mix fuel/oil
 
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