fict 150 1997 hard starting evinrude

[boating 100]

After two great seasons, I had 3 times last season<br />when engine wouldn't start-starter just spun engin<br />early morning- 3 hours later started aok, changed<br />both internal water/fuel seperator and outside water seperator. (engine has had retro kit done)<br />I do alot of slow trolling 600 rpm) any ideas?<br />Hate being stuck at the dock.(I did open fuel line<br />and no vapor lock)....Help??? any advice very much appreciated- nickelfree@aol.com<br />Thank you!!!

 

[dick]

Re: fict 150 1997 hard starting evinrude

spark plugs are critical on early fichts don't expect to get over 60-75 hours out of them. When did you last change them ?

 

[Mufasa]

Re: fict 150 1997 hard starting evinrude

Does the motor start at all? We will need details, Fuel pressure, lap top with 1.42b software.

 

[seahorse5]

Re: fict 150 1997 hard starting evinrude

Most starting problems are voltage related. The computer on the motor needs above 9.6 volts to operate. If a cranking battery is weak or does not have enough capacity, it will crank over the motor but the computer may never boot up.<br /><br />The factory recommends a group 29 battery and the use of their clamps on the terminals, no wing nuts.