Evinrude '96 2HP won't idle

[lgp]

Evinrude '96 2HP won't idle. It starts up quickly but it is hard to get it to idle at the lowest speed. I have to start it with a full choke, it speeds up as the choke is lowered. I lower the gas. It gasps and stalls. I have a service manual on the way. Any ideas?<br />Ron

 

[chilifriedpork]

Re: Evinrude '96 2HP won't idle

The service manual should tell ya what to do.<br />But in the mean time, it sounds like jetting. Make sure the connection from the carb to powerhead is tight (air leak can cause bad idle. etc.).<br /><br />Can't hurt to clean out all jets (solvent and compressed air)<br />You want to set you slow speed mixture screw approx 1.5 turns out (the book will specify)<br />This adjustment only effects the idle, and has a sweet spot that when set, shouldn't have to be adjusted again.<br />Once your engine is running smooth, adjust idle speed accordingly.<br /><br />Perhaps the idle speed on such a small motor isn't as low as you would expect. Also, make sure fuel line blockage isn't a factor. Fuel pump too!<br /><br />Good luck!

 

[PDS]

Re: Evinrude '96 2HP won't idle

lpg, I've got'98 2 1/2 hp that had symtoms simular to those of yours. I couldn't run without half choke and at least 1/4 throttle. It turned out to be old gas. I cleaned out carb and drained tank, refilled with new gas/oil and it was back to running like new. BTW, I kind of doubt that a 2 hp has a fuel pump. PDS

 

[lgp]

Re: Evinrude '96 2HP won't idle

I tried the new gas and now it works great!<br />Thanks,<br />Ron