chrystler 55hp slipping

[tsingerjr]

the motor lost power and started slipping when i would throttle it up. Also, I have to push the throttle almost all the way before it will accelerate.

 

[scotiany]

Re: chrystler 55hp slipping

Does it sound like it's running on one cylinder? If so, I would check out the puddle drain valve. It's probably plugged up.

 

[tsingerjr]

Re: chrystler 55hp slipping

Where is the puddle drain valve located?

 

[scotiany]

Re: chrystler 55hp slipping

It's behind the towershaft. 2 countersunk screws and 2 bolts hold it in place. Not too hard to clean. When it's off, you'll see 2 screens and 2 little reed valves. Dip it in solvent and blow dry. Be VERY careful of the gaskets though. Hard to find them these days.

 

[eurolarva]

Re: chrystler 55hp slipping

Define slipping. Are you saying that when this slip occurs the RPMs go high or your motor rpms go down?

 

[tsingerjr]

Re: chrystler 55hp slipping

RPMs go high

 

[eurolarva]

Re: chrystler 55hp slipping

Your prop may be spun. Take a permanant marker and draw a small line on the prop and on the prop nut. When motor slips check to see if the marks you made still line up.