Bud, you are giving us more than you're getting and if I weren't retired and on a fixed budget, I'd patreon you in a minute. The information and skills you are sharing is an absolute gift.

@yoo_adrian8915

3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree, thanks so much for sharing your knowledge

@marcelcorbeil615

3 жыл бұрын

carb and fueil pump were done the tank been clean filled premium gas on my 30 hp mariner still won't start unless l hold the throttle partway .what could be the problem?

@alan6832

3 жыл бұрын

Bad fuel or fuel filter, and usually stater, would effect all 3 cylinders, though no filter as was the case could send clogs to some carburetors and not others, as is almost always the case and should usually be checked first to save time. Also, If you remove the plug wires at the upstream end, at the coil, you are far less likely to get zapped, though sometimes they are glued on.

@ruddrg

3 жыл бұрын

@@marcelcorbeil615 Blocked Idle circuit perhaps - I usually open the carbs up and put them in an ultrasonic bath to remove the varnish from all of the internal parts..Many people seem to think that a rebuild kit always works but actually this does not remove all fuel varnish from the internal parts.

@wycliffewalters1101

2 жыл бұрын

@@marcelcorbeil615 )

This might be the best video on KZread for inspecting boat motors.

@englishtipsandtricks2681

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed...

@joelcr250

3 жыл бұрын

Bold statement. Although I'm jist starting to watch the video .... you have my hopes high and I'm prepared to me amazed

@rainyboy911

3 жыл бұрын

Concur, perfect for the intrepid and budding handy guy, simple, logical, straight forward, very well done!

You have so much knowledge you’re like the Chris Fix of boats… but better. I’m blown away, thank you for sharing and posting this.

I don’t even own an outboard motor but this was a great video with great explanations.

Nice ! Thanks, learned alot, good production, great pace.

Kudos on the thorough diagnostic steps. I just used this to get my 1975 Johnson 125hp up and running. I cleaned all the carbs as I found a plugged and failed fuel filter, and 2 bad coil packs. She runs like it did 2 years ago.

The two dead cylinders have higher compression because they have unburned oil in them sealing the rings better than the middle one.

@frankwuzwright15

6 жыл бұрын

I was wondering about that! Thanks for clarifying.

@76rjackson

5 жыл бұрын

Whack those ceramic spark plugs with those steel channel locks! Percussive maintenance, baby!

@bengoulding6963

5 жыл бұрын

Not likely; a warmed up (The one that was actually firing) cylinder will usually test tighter than cold cylinders. It should be said that "compression testing" is not really a reliable way to evaluate a rotating assembly. I have encountered many pistons with mangled piston skirts that "pass" a compression test. This is because the skirt/sleeve damage does not make it up to TDC in the cylinder. Leak down testing has been the industry standard for some time now.

@operationgoodoil8131

5 жыл бұрын

@@bengoulding6963 Yea compression testing is a myth unless done in controlled conditions.

@cesarborges8869

5 жыл бұрын

Ben Goulding leak down test on a 2 stroke outboard, seriously??? It’s basically impossible, unless you remove the power head ( maybe motorcycle, not boats ) . Leak down test are performed in 4 stroke engines.

Excellent job explaining things along the way! We really appreciate you and your work that you put into these videos!

Pedestrian-level new owner of a used outboard. I'm just taking some time to learn as much as possible about how these motors operate, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting. This was a very helpful video. Thank you. Subscribed.

Eric you make some amazing videos.....I too am an outboard guy like you and love watching your video. ....I personally love the outboard motors....just picked up a 1987 marnir 50hp with pt gonna see how that 1 runs....motor is spotless...and never saw the saltwater....keep the videos coming I am actually learning alot of stuff from watching your videos....

Excellent videos!!! I appreciate you sharing your expertise and the concurrent excellence of your camera positioning and explanations as well!!! Thank You!!!

One of the most educational videos I have ever watched on boating, thank you!!!

Good information there Eric, very useful for most of us. Greatly appreciated.

Your videos are awesome. Genuine. informative. Keep it up! I'm a boat newbie and your videos are very educational. Thanks.

As a shortcut before checking spark by grounding each plug, check each wire with a timing light first (quick and easy but less thorough).

People don't realize that when cleaned the carbs the small particles came out of the Jets and now runs ok . The underlying problem was no filter to supply the carbs . Foreign particles entered carbs .

@johnnybx3254

4 жыл бұрын

No filter killed it👍👏👏great video 🤠🎣

@22addict40

4 жыл бұрын

Cliff Thomas I have a 35hp Johnson outboard, 81 model, starts and runs fine until you open it full throttle, then bogs down some, had it serviced at a boat dealer, run good and right until we got down the Lahr a bit, them bogged out a little and now doesn’t seem to be “opening” full throttle and cutting out a little every now and then, any suggestions Sir??? I carry my 4 yr old son out and don’t wanna chance it with him until I find out a little more. We only have 2 boat service places and they are booked, expensive and they didn’t catch the problem at service, so I’m a little nervous of them now 🙏🏻

@22addict40

4 жыл бұрын

Cliff Thomas oh and Thank You for Any help or suggestions and yes Sir I have to use ethanol gas, all we can get🙏🏻

@kev596

3 жыл бұрын

You don't say, talk about stating the bloody obvious.

Excellent video, dude! I've got a 175 I need to tear into and this gives me some good ideas to try. I need all the help I can get!

I have been watching several of your videos, thanks for making them, I need all the help I can ...

Another great video! Thank you for your time an knowledge.

Brother you just save me a trip to the boat shop you are a true blessing thank you and god bless 👊🏽

Very helpful and can't wait to try some things you taught us on my Mercury 115

Got my attention when I saw two of three plug wires pulled and it still ran.

What an excellent full detailed video. Thanks man!

You really done some great video over the years, have helped me be sharper as well.Thanks...

Excellent run through, Thank You!

@richardsteller8603

5 жыл бұрын

Brian Wilson hhhh

Thank you for the time and care in making this video. Best boat videos on the interent. Period.

Very informative videos, gives me a tool for my outboard. Thanks heaps!

So I learned from you in 15 min what it took nearly 15 years of boating and learning (the hard way) on my own. Granted there was no youtube when I first started doing boat maintenance. This video is short and to the point. And to anyone reading my comment I STRONGLY recommend a fuel stabilizer such as Startron or Stabil.

@deuteronimus750

5 жыл бұрын

I disagree. Using stabilizer in any boat engine that might be unused for an extended period of time is a bad idea. It usually gums up the carburetor and fuel lines. To be sure that there isn't any damage all of the old gas should be drained out of both the engine and tanks.

@kevinpwoodward

5 жыл бұрын

I learned nothing, what was the issue? fuel? Makes no sense.

@DoIVIiNaTo72

5 жыл бұрын

@@kevinpwoodward well you didn't pay attention then. No fuel filter, gummed up jets.

@FAKE-NAME

5 жыл бұрын

I don't trust fuel stabilizer either, only way to make sure you don't have fuel drying out in the float bowl is to drain the float bowls for storage. That way there is nothing to dry out and gum everything up.

@Bezhig

4 жыл бұрын

Not a fan of stabilizer. Non Ox fuel has never done me wrong.

Thanks for this, I had to double back to see what the actual problem was that you fixed. Awesome video.

@TimsWorkshopTJY

3 жыл бұрын

What was the problem? I didn't see what would cause #1 and #3 not to fire? He said the carbs and fuel pump looked good?

Love these engine videos bro. You do a good job at diagnosis. 💯👍🏼✅🇺🇸

Excellent trouble shooting. I really value your videos. Some of the best I've seen.

Very informative video. I just came across one of those grey gas lines the other day and saw that clear lining inside. I was wondering what the heck that was in there for.

Thank you for the info I've been working on a Mariner and I think that's what my problem is is the carburetors

Great job! Noticed your cooling jet stream was a little weak. Have you ever placed the lower end in a barrel of water add simple green and vinegar into water. Then run engine for ten minutes to clean water side,?

Great video. One small point: all gray fuel hose is not susceptible to ethanol. There are different grades of hoses, black and gray. Thanks for a great channel, I've seen almost all of your videos. Keep it up!

Thanks for the tutorial. I am scared to open up the outboard motor. Now, after watching this video, I learn more and hopefully, can trouble shoot outboard motor in the future

@504buggy

4 жыл бұрын

tom huynh I’m definitely in the same situation.. lol I’ve never opened my cover for being so intimidating even being handy with machinery.

Mate, you are amazing. Love watching your videos, very informative and you match it look so easy...

I've been flipping boats too. I'm learning a lot from your channel. Thanks so much!

Very helpful. Saved the video for my eventual use.

Eric!.....U R a Genius my friend, great video 👍🏽

Love the video, thanks for sharing. I recently bought a 95 yamaha 115 and needs work. It bogs when accelerating

These videos are soooooo completely satisfying, especially for boat owners.

Good vid. Been wanting a boat project but have no idea what I am looking for.

Good video covering the basics.

Excellent instruction and explanations. Well done!

Thanks for that. I have the same motor. It runs good now, but when it doesn't, I will know what to do.

Great video! Love your channel. Keep up the great work!

thanks bro.. i just bought a 14ft skiff with a 50hp yamaha 2stroke oil injected.. it was bogging down.. so your video is going to be super helpful in my troubleshooting :) ..

Thanks for another great video. You’re a great teacher.

Coming from a coastal part of PNG I just enjoy watching your videos anytime of the day.

Sweet love outboards......keep them coming..

Thank you so much for this video. I'm gonna need it to make sure my engine that has been sitting over 15 years.

You fixed it but it would be nice to hear what the solution exactly was. Why was the engine only firing on one cylinder when it seems there was a carburetor issue? Just a little recap would be great. You are a really good teacher

@sail4life

Жыл бұрын

Bit late, but in case anyone was wondering. Each cylinder on this engine has its own carb. It is just a lottery which one plugs up first or last. So yes, on a two cylinder with only one carb like an 8 HP or a 9.9 the blocked carb will stop both cylinders from firing, but not on this one.

@user-xo9hq6qz3l

Жыл бұрын

missing fuel filter + carbs werent assembled correctly and clogged

This video was great 👍 very informative and detailed 👍 great job buddy...l start my 40 hp Yamaha every two weeks and keep it running great ,👎 no needs to be working on their boat at the ramp...

thanks for making boat outboards not that complicated - wish I had known that when I had my boats...now a land lover

Amazing video. This will help me a ton with my 60hp merc

Good video mate like the detail of it all .

Great video! Keep em coming.

Great video.Covers all the basics that anyone can check.I would suggest using a spark checker rather than having the plug resting on the block.

@benjigans1419

4 жыл бұрын

wish2fish, I agree

Great step by step video. Thanks!

Tohatsu engines are a very good engine. The Sea Tow operation in Organ Inlet OBX uses two 150hp Tohatsu motors and really puts them threw there paces.

Hi Eric, I jut bought a 2007 25hp 4-stroke Mercury with EFI, and took it out yesterday for the first time. It would not seem to go very fast even though it is on a 12ft RIB, a relatively light boat. It struggled to get my buddy and I on plane... took like 20mins but we finally got on plane. Then when we slowed down and tried it again, it never happened.. it just felt like we we going 5-8mph with the bow way up on the air.. just no power at WOT. I also noticed the water coming out of the pee hole was no more than a couple of degrees warmer than the lake water... not warm at all.. and it runs fine, but it seems to not go past a certain rpm... almost like it's bogged down or somehow underpowered. Now I know this same boat would have no issues getting on plane with my '97 Johnson 15hp 2-stroke, but this 10yr newer 25hp EFI merc could not get my buddy and I on plane now matter what we did. It does not stall at any point, which is odd... as that would lead me to think it was a fuel issue... it just simply has not enough power under load. Any ideas what it might be? Thanks in advance!!

@CUBICHI1985

5 жыл бұрын

@D Outdoors Did you ever figure out what was wrong with it?

Very nice. Just bought an Evinrude Ocean Pro 150 so this will be useful.

Just thank you so much. Just looking for a 2 stroke 30 hp 3 cylinder outboard . Have a 25 hp 2 stroke now

Since 1976 outboard marine mechanic on Long island NY I found mostly fuel , over heating water pumps ,burnt pistons, electrical ignition systems. Japanese Motor electrical system rarely fail like old Mercury and Evinrude power packs coils. New age Japanese motors have very small Jews in carbs and any dirt water gum will not come out east like old Johnstone Merc hand over carb to suck out gunk trick. That fuel line issue got me ... Nice work Thanks

@percussion44

3 жыл бұрын

Small Jews? Do they block the jets with their yarmulkes or something?

Killer video, great one, Thank YOU!

GREAT Job !!! That worked out well.

Love your videos, and the s2k on tha side... lol I’m a cars guy too... love Honda’s Toyota’s nissan...

Searching for a boat here in central fl. You're videos are extremely insightful. Wish you could shop with me haha

Great video TBG!

I am learning a lot about outboards from you.

Good video, well documented. Would have loved to see the carbs before they got cleaned to see what 'not bad' looks like, and what the injectors look like when they are clogged. I'm currently troubleshooting an old 1977 35hp Johnson :]

@hughsizzle

2 жыл бұрын

Those aren't injectors; maybe you meant the jets? which have only the tiniest of pinholes through them. It'd be very hard to show on camera. I hope your "Johnson" is ok by now!

@owiela

2 жыл бұрын

@@hughsizzle Thanks for the clarification. Johnson can run, but due to many many things out of my control, I've yet to get working how I want it.

Very good and informative video. Thank you.

Very important, when you do carburetor cleaning make sure to check and clean fuel lines, change fuel filter, change the water separator and that the fuel in the tank is clean as well, otherwise you just waisted your time and money

excellent vid and explanation. Would have loved to see you clean and adjust the carbs.

Excellent video. Very informative, logical and shows everything .

That’s actually running good for 1 cylinder

@chronicawareness9986

5 жыл бұрын

mine runs on half a cylinder

@CeRiPoTe

5 жыл бұрын

@@chronicawareness9986 ahahahaha great!! thats nothing mine works 1/4 cylinder, actually

@firefalcon100

5 жыл бұрын

yeah.. it sounds like a lawnmower

@benjigans1419

4 жыл бұрын

@@chronicawareness9986 What kind of motor do you have?

@chronicawareness9986

4 жыл бұрын

@@benjigans1419 lol i was kidding =P

excellent break down - thanks for sharing, new sub

Great video man!!

You my Man are a great boat mechanic.

Man what I wouldnt give to have that Tohatsu on back of mine! Love those motors!!

@AlcoholTabbacoFirearm

4 жыл бұрын

Need it filler steer

Dangar Stu says; good job, it's time for a pint of beeeer..👍 Or I assume anyway..😂

@rhiantaylor3446

4 жыл бұрын

Do they even sell pints in Aus - when I was there all I could order at a bar was a "schooner"....

@paulybrittenden

4 жыл бұрын

@@rhiantaylor3446 Gday Mate. We definitely do Pints in Aus!

@2fast4you25

4 жыл бұрын

Naaaahh here its Miller tiiiiime 🤪🤪😜🤣🤣🤣 the hell with all that PINT........👎👎👎👎👎👎

@dneuman7455

3 жыл бұрын

What happened to fosters ?

hey great video very helpful , can you post something about rpm limiter, where is it and how to troubleshoot for it thanks

Just found your channel, awesome content

Hey boat guy! Love the videos, super helpful. I have myself a 1975 evinrude 25. Replaced spark plugs, ignition coils, and cleaned out and serviced the magneto, but I’m still not getting any spark! Any recommendations? Thanks!

Im actually really impressed by how well that thing ran on one cylinder

Thanks for the great video!

Thanks for your videos I am a new prescriber I do enjoy it nice job you definitely have experiencing in

That’s a great video, well done and I learned so much! Thank man! Keep up the good work!! By the way what are you doing with these boats once you fix them? I would be interested to see if these are in my budget.

Great Video! Last year I learned about bullshit E-15 gas. I barely take boat out, when mechanic told me about I thought he was bull shitting me. Was driving me crazy ran at low speed gave it gas it bog down bulb would collapse. 5 bucks a gallon non ethanol now and have to drive 20 miles to get it. Should of titled E-10 or E-15 gas wrecking old out board motors. Thank you. Had I seen your channel I saved a lot of cash at Marina.

I saw a motorcycle rider on a trail ride blow the carb out with compressed air at a fuel stop - cleaned the jets immediately - bike ran great directly after. Fast way to troubleshoot - blew air down the supply line to the carb.

Thanks for this informative video.

As I used to say about my boats, “If it’s got a transom, t***ies, , it’s trouble! Trouble spelled twenties, fifties, hundreds! I have finally gotten off the trouble, I am finally have some fun money. Great video, thanks for sharing. Gimminie, take care of your RUSTY tools. Keep them in good condition, your life may depend on them.

Just found your site. I have a 1993 Merc Mariner 75 hp that runs like a champ but the alarm comes and goes. I have good water pumping and keep the oil topped out. The float magnet came off and started the first alarm. I pulled it out and used a oil resistant gasket sealer to glue it back then zip tied it to the retainer but left about 1/4" gap between them. Appears to use very little oil but that alarm is driving me crazy

never listen to the client cuz you say the carb was clean before you got it how the gone to put back together the carb with no filter make no sense first step is the carburetor you have to check then first second the gas and compression but you the master keep up the good work I admire you

@mcfitty9804

5 жыл бұрын

Why would "you," say "the carb was clean before you got it?" Is the gas and compression, first second or second first? I'm so confused!

Hi, I enjoy your movie and it is certainly usefull. I will however, sugest that you do not expose your skin to fuel at all since it can hurt you later in life. As for the checking for the mailfunction of cylinders I think that it is best that the sparkplug wires are grounded in order to protect the ignition sytem. This may be more relevant on more modern engines. There, a new ECU can be wery expensive. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with and helping us saving a lot of money

Hey man, thanks for this video, it helps a lot and I really appreciate it. 👍

Thats a fine looking outboard you got there boy

Thanks, that was very interesting!

The carbs don't have to be obviously plugged to be a problem. I had a yamaha that would not rev and everything looked open and fine in the carbs. After checking everything else I went back to the carbs and found just a little discoloration in the float bowls and around the clear jets so I cleaned them again and put it back together and it worked great.