Could a weak ignition cause this? (updated with test results)

[Joe_the_boatman]

Re: Could a weak ignition cause this? (updated with test results)

Search this site for the CDI Ignition Troubleshooting Guide, or get it from the CDI site.

A very informative, step-by-step guide to testing and tracking down an ignition problem, complete, detailed down to which color wires for your specific motor.

A DVA Meter is critical to load test stator and triggers.

I suspect you are going to find a component failing once up to operating temp.

Is this the guide you're talking about? http://outboardparts.com/troubleshooting/printguide.htm

I used it in the original diagnosis of the ignition (see post #8 above). The one thing I didn't do yet is any tests with the DVA meter (just bought one last week).

I also bought an ignition tester from Harbor Freight that's just a spark gap inside a pressurized cylinder. So, I can test (and see) what the spark looks like for each cylinder when it's under pressure. I have high hopes for it, but we'll see.....