Restricted fuel line=lean=seize?

[CharlesW]

With the many references to checking for restricted fuel flow when poor WOT performance is encountered, I am curious.<br />Won't a restricted fuel flow coupled with a wide open throttle result in a lean condition which would result in an engine seizure? At the very least it seems like it would cause detonation which would be just as bad.<br /><br />Charles

 

[snapperbait]

Re: Restricted fuel line=lean=seize?

You are correct!<br /><br />In my opinion, poor fuel flow is probably the leading cause of outboard powerhead failures... <br /><br />Poor flow/lack of fuel + WOT = detonation = scored cylinder walls = holes in pistons, ect.