JJsays77
Seaman
- Joined
- Sep 21, 2011
- Messages
- 59
Hello, I bought a boat at an auction without testing it knowing something is probably wrong, and I'm pretty sure there is now that I have a chance to check it out. It has a 2001 DF115 4stroke efi. The motor won't turn over, I think it tries to turn the flywheel but then dies right after. I checked the spark plugs and the lower spark plug needed to be impact drilled out, and seems to have been melted a bit is why. Looking through the spark plug whole its definitely different than the other 3 cylinders. The motor oil is milky. I'm sure it's plain as day to you guys but just want confirmation to what I think it is because I'm not the most experienced yet. I attached some pictures of the spark plugs.
Now, if it is what I'm suspecting, a seized engine, what would need to be checked/replaced?
And what route do you think is best? Just not bother with it and swap with another engine? Can I tackle this myself, as I'm fairly mechanically inclined? Worth having a marine mechanic do it? (yikes)
Now, if it is what I'm suspecting, a seized engine, what would need to be checked/replaced?
And what route do you think is best? Just not bother with it and swap with another engine? Can I tackle this myself, as I'm fairly mechanically inclined? Worth having a marine mechanic do it? (yikes)