LaqueRatt
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Some of you know already, but I bought a boat with a good-sized Mercury on it. Never owned a Merc, slowly getting acquainted with my new friend. Think it's a 1985 Model ELPT s/n: M30886 Looks pretty clean under the hood.
Found out when I went to get my newly acquired Crestliner Muskie that it hasn't been started since last year. Guy has been honest with me and the motor did kick a few times so rolled the dice. Finally got it started on Friday. It ran for about 10 secs and died. Did that over and over until I tried to start it at half throttle. Roared to life, sounds strong, but doesn't want to idle. Warmed it up and it still won't idle. I'm thinking dirty carbs, so I'll be pulling them off this week to inspect and clean. If anyone has any thoughts, feel free.
Found out when I went to get my newly acquired Crestliner Muskie that it hasn't been started since last year. Guy has been honest with me and the motor did kick a few times so rolled the dice. Finally got it started on Friday. It ran for about 10 secs and died. Did that over and over until I tried to start it at half throttle. Roared to life, sounds strong, but doesn't want to idle. Warmed it up and it still won't idle. I'm thinking dirty carbs, so I'll be pulling them off this week to inspect and clean. If anyone has any thoughts, feel free.