[Rhodes22-list] Outboard Stalling

[Michael D. Weisner]

Michael T,

Open the tank filler cap and see if it runs.  If it does, the tank vent is 
clogged.  If it doesn't, you need to check the fuel filter for an 
obstruction or clog.  It may be easier to replace rather than check. 
Lastly, you may have a bad fuel pump (the primer bulb may be actually 
filling the fuel bowl.)  I have also seen problems in the primer bulb where 
the one-way valve fails, preventing fuel draw by the engine.  The remedy is 
a ne primer bulb which includes the valves.  Let's hope that it is simply a 
clogged tank vent.  Let me know what you find.  If it is a reliable engine 
otherwise, this is too simple a problem to deep six it.

Mike
s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
Nissequogue River, NY

From: "MichaelT" <mticse at gmail.com>Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 12:33 
PM
>
> I have a Yamaha 8hp/2-Stroke outboard that is continuing to stall 
> everytime I
> use it. The fix that I've had to perform while the outboard is running is 
> by
> continuing to squeeze/pump the primer bulb every 30 secs or so. Somehow 
> the
> motor is not properly sucking in the gas. All hose clamps have been
> tightened w/ no obstruction on the gas tank side. Any ideas?
>
> The motor is 20 years old. Hence, also considering getting a 
> Yamaha/Tohatsu
> replacement. I like the Yamaha because of the shift lever being located at
> the motor tiller handle (and electric start, remote control capabilites),
> the Tohatsu for its simplicity. Looks like 2 strokes are outlawed, can't
> find them anywhere.
>
> Hope everyone had a good summer sailing. I had a wonderful time thus far 
> on
> my first year w/ my Rhodes and look forward to extending the season as far
> as I can!
>
> Best,
> Michael
> s/v Silverside
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