How To Fix An Outboard That Is Hard To Start

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  • Опубликовано: 25 ноя 2024

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  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  4 года назад +9

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    • @johnsommi6716
      @johnsommi6716 4 года назад

      Steve's Small Engine Saloon Hey quick question. I’ve been working on a 1989 Mercury 2.2 and am having trouble. I have cleaned every aspect of it including the carburetor. Each time I take the carburetor apart and put it back on, the engine will run beautifully for about 30 mins then will randomly shut off and not start again. Then, when I take the carburetor apart and put it back on same thing happens. Any suggestions as to why it stops working after a while and needs to have the carburetor played with each time?

  • @bradb3651
    @bradb3651 5 лет назад +109

    I respect any man who measures time in beers! Thanks for the videos. I own a few small engines that I can fix now

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  5 лет назад +3

      Thank You...and You're Welcome...

    • @DANIEL2423able
      @DANIEL2423able 4 года назад

      @@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Hi Steve I have a 1989 20 hp long shaft outboard Johnson motor runs great but it takes 2 men and a boy to pull the cord . Is there any thing I can do to make it pull over easer ?

    • @johndallis9901
      @johndallis9901 3 года назад

      @@DANIEL2423able oil down the plug hole

  • @bumblbesss
    @bumblbesss 5 лет назад +79

    Ya know , The best thing about fixing a small engine is the "Adrenalin" felling you get before you pull that rope. And then it starts!!!!!!!! such great satisfaction.
    Awesome video Steve

  • @christianroulez6285
    @christianroulez6285 3 года назад

    Steve I am 73 years old I started a small engine business and you are a life saver God bless you brother,

  • @petemoore8923
    @petemoore8923 5 лет назад +7

    Love your videos! I’ve messed with a few carbs the last couple months and learned a few lessons on my own and from you. The biggest lesson is don’t be afraid to take a carb off! For YEARS I didn’t do it because I thought it would magically be thrown out of adjustment. Troubleshoot down to a carb issue. TAKE IT OFF! CLEAN IT!

    • @GlobalDesignHD
      @GlobalDesignHD 2 года назад

      My issue is I need new gaskets probably

  • @bootersdad
    @bootersdad 5 лет назад +3

    Steve you are the man! You'll NEVER end up like Gilligan did!

  •  3 года назад +1

    I love this guy as my grandmother. They both taught me great lessons.!

  • @israelst.vincent1512
    @israelst.vincent1512 8 месяцев назад +1

    Steve, I just want to say thanks . Thanks, you are my hero, my mentor. You have allowed me to take care of my family, and I could never thank you enough. My dream is to meet you one day I am not so skilfully with computers, but I still learning been watching your videos for over three years now and still find you very humble and inspirational just know people around the world lo e you

  • @stevefine1704
    @stevefine1704 5 лет назад +1

    Outboards that will not start are nearly always fuel problems. Junk in gas, lines, tanks and other sources always need filtering. I learned this a long time ago to filter out water and debris with an clear in line filter before the engine. Sure makes starting a lot easier. Great video....A Modelo especial moment.

  • @doctordoom2710
    @doctordoom2710 5 лет назад +5

    I love you Steve ....your actually saving lives with this one.... not just money! Thank you!!!!!!!!!

  • @jonpatterson7211
    @jonpatterson7211 3 года назад

    I have an old '65 Johnson 9-1/2 HP Seahorse. I put a carb kit in, points and condensers, and an aftermarket fuel pump-the original is out of production. As long as I don't flood it during the priming stage, it'll start first or second pull. I love that old outboard. I also started using non-ethanol fuel in all my small engines on the advice of a friend. It has made a difference in how they run, or at least I think so. Thanks for all you do.

  • @theodorecuringa673
    @theodorecuringa673 4 года назад +2

    Tried this on my 1970 Johnson 15 horse which was taking 7 to 10 pulls to start. After the clean out, it starts on the first pull. Thanks for saving my arm.

  • @stanparsley9186
    @stanparsley9186 5 лет назад +3

    I have no small engines to repair, but this guy is cool.

  • @concernedcitizen3651
    @concernedcitizen3651 5 лет назад +3

    The A Team....I love it when a plan comes together......Thumbs up.

  • @brianchisnell1548
    @brianchisnell1548 2 года назад +1

    I have that same motor. '03. And 4 others. 2 strokes and 4 stokes. I run them every 6 mos. with a shot of seafoam. 'Keeps em happy.

  • @safarijonas3490
    @safarijonas3490 4 года назад +2

    The look of satisfaction on your face once it starts, is priceless!👍🍾

  • @curtchase3730
    @curtchase3730 5 лет назад +8

    Love your vids! I have that exact same engine! Yes, it usually starts by 2nd pull when properly prepped up by pumping bulb up, full choke and and all that. Being a one lung, it is a noisey rattle trap, but it is reliable. Also, if you don't expect to use motor for a few weeks or longer, disconnect fuel hose and run until it dies out. Choke it and start again till it dies. I've never had my carb off yet.

    • @bocabretts123
      @bocabretts123 4 года назад

      I have a 2002 NSF5A but it's a 5 hp. Basically same thing. I just resurrected it after its sat idle for about 12 years. Thats a really good tip. Do you recommend anything specific for getting this thing back into and useable condition?

    • @augusttornquist1733
      @augusttornquist1733 4 года назад

      I have a 6 hp 4 stroke mercury. It is the complete same engine and it is noisy as shit and shakes a lot but it is dependeble as hell and just keep going day long 👌

  • @johnmoynihan4616
    @johnmoynihan4616 5 лет назад +2

    Thanks Steve, you have given me the confidence to have a go at fixing a few problems with my garden tools. Particularly the carburettor issues. Thanks again...

  • @scullerlmt
    @scullerlmt 5 лет назад +1

    Steve, you are absolutely awesome and I have learned a ton of stuff from your videos. I bought one of those rotary tips for my power washer and it's amazing. I am very pleased. I also just scarfed up another power washer, used but reconditioned and tuned up...a deal at Lowes (only happened upon an easy talk with a manager-thumbs up to Lowes). The power washer has a Honda motor and came with a new gun, extension and hose. I will fire it up tomorrow and check on the engine and pump. I got it at such a good deal, I couldn't pass it up...already have 2 power washers. I can keep them at a couple places and don't have to lug them back and forth. Your videos have given me the confidence to buy this, knowing I can fix any problem that arises, thanks to you.

  • @coreydavis6427
    @coreydavis6427 4 года назад +2

    Great video of explaining the problem.

  • @tenncutt
    @tenncutt 5 лет назад +1

    There I was in the belly of the great white whale (with my boat) and it had to start... thanks to Steve it started and I lived to tell this tale! Good video. I might have expected the low speed jet. I learned something. Thanks

  • @patmowatt2130
    @patmowatt2130 3 года назад +1

    I cleaned my old Honda 9.9 according to your other video and it went from a non-idling, stalling piece of crap to a fine tuned outboard. And my buddy has a 15 Yamaha that starts super hard, 10 pulls minimum, and I am gonna do his this weekend.
    You also recently saved me a lot of tinkering on my FS200 Stihl brush saw with that spark arrester business.
    Thanks for the content! If you were closer I'd buy you a case of fine Canadian beer.

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  3 года назад +1

      You're Welcome...

    • @patmowatt2130
      @patmowatt2130 3 года назад

      @@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      Well, so much for good intentions. My buddy's outboard is a 2017 carbureted 15 HP 4-stroke. Somewhere along the way Yamaha decided it would be a good idea to do away with the manual choke for these motors and built a system called Prime Start. Apparently this thing is supposed to inject more fuel into the system instead of closing off air, So I started surfing the Yammie forums and found a LOT of people who have had problems with this system and there was no easy remedy anywhere that I could find except returning the unit to a dealer so they could pull out the parts cannon.
      Technology is great, but it should be refined before release into a popular platform. My old (around 1986) Honda carb was a breeze to clean and starts on the first or second pull every time using the proven manual choke.

    • @jeremytaylor4085
      @jeremytaylor4085 10 месяцев назад

      With the Yamaha, I’ve read people take cowl off and put free hand over air inlet to simulate a conventional choke and pull. Once started and warmed, no more problems for the day. Why did they mess with simple system that worked???

  • @jeremymitchell9793
    @jeremymitchell9793 5 лет назад +1

    When I have any issues with any of my lawn equipment you've been my first go to source and have help me save a pretty penny for myself and my brother, thanks Steve for all the great info and keep up the great work!

  • @michaelames6317
    @michaelames6317 3 месяца назад +1

    Thank you Steve, I'm pulling my carb tomorrow.... same issues!

  • @garyleahy4537
    @garyleahy4537 5 лет назад +2

    Steve,
    I'm getting not only smarter but really excited watching your videos. The simplest practices make all the difference. Keep it clean and it stays mean. Nice

  • @thomasbroking7943
    @thomasbroking7943 5 лет назад +1

    Great fast fix. I was thinking dirty plug . it runs so smooth i never thought of the carb. Well done.

  • @nigelsookdeo6880
    @nigelsookdeo6880 4 года назад +1

    You are the master. Can't beat knowledge and experience

  • @FordS-O-S
    @FordS-O-S 5 лет назад +3

    Never as amazed as watching you do your magic, once again well done Steve !! Thank you for all you do!

  • @scottmckenna9164
    @scottmckenna9164 5 лет назад

    I like your style of teaching....one thing at a time ....helps me get a handle on the "unknowns" of carbs.

  • @barrybebenek8691
    @barrybebenek8691 5 лет назад

    Fixed the carb on my Toro snowblower the same way. Cleaned that one jet, starts/runs great. Thanks for sharing that tip. 🇨🇦👍🏼

  • @joshmcdonald9508
    @joshmcdonald9508 Год назад +1

    im going to try this tomorrow! will tell you if it worked for me! Thanks for taking the fear away about taking off the carb.

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  Год назад +1

      Good luck!

    • @joshmcdonald9508
      @joshmcdonald9508 Год назад

      Thanks man!!! It worked! I took my boat out for the first time yesterday and had a blast! Thanks for the good video!

  • @bkromer1584
    @bkromer1584 5 лет назад +1

    Steve thank you and your wife, again... For the fix on the B&S plastic carb jet fix

  • @brianrussell2398
    @brianrussell2398 2 года назад +1

    Keeping it simple. I love it. And no matter how you look at it they gotta be cleaned. Thank you

  • @daleschuls1020
    @daleschuls1020 5 лет назад

    Thank you, I have been dealing with this same engine but 8hp and getting stranded on the water having to use the trolling motor to get back to the ramp. And a double thumbs up for the busch!!! Good man!

  • @jerrygeorgopolis8015
    @jerrygeorgopolis8015 5 лет назад +1

    You make repair work look too easy...Thanks Steve !

  • @howardkoster4026
    @howardkoster4026 5 лет назад +1

    Steve!
    Ya did it again!!!!
    The main jet did need a cleaning as you demonstrated. That drill bit seemed to not want to go in.
    You're right on target, as usual!!!
    GREAT!
    Now you can head for the open sea!!!!!!

  • @TonyEnglert
    @TonyEnglert 5 лет назад +2

    You should get a torch tip cleaner set. You can get them from any welding supply store or Amazon. It is a set of thin round stainless steel files that are made for cleaning cutting and welding torch tips. Get the 5" set and you will be able to reach places you can't reach with a little drill bit.

  • @johnbrianneary8844
    @johnbrianneary8844 2 года назад +1

    Txs for video. What I did: Take carb out. Open bowl. Remove jet and let it all soak in White Spirit overnight. Reassemble and bingo.

  • @Ranger-vv2jv
    @Ranger-vv2jv 5 лет назад +1

    Steve the small engine Magician.
    Great Job

  • @olddawgdreaming5715
    @olddawgdreaming5715 5 лет назад +1

    Great job Steve, little PM and a quick clean makes a difference. Thanks for sharing

  • @alberteller7286
    @alberteller7286 5 лет назад +1

    Just like I tell everybody Stevens you the man I seen a lot of the guys work but you were just pure good

  • @travishall67
    @travishall67 5 лет назад +1

    The easy ones are the best. Thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers!

  • @stevo3644
    @stevo3644 Год назад +1

    I use oxy welding tip cleaners for carby jet cleaning. Works a treat and doesn’t cause any damage.

  • @jamesgibson150
    @jamesgibson150 5 лет назад +1

    funny how sometimes the fix can be so simple. Just wish it was always that way. thanks for sharing.

  • @donaldsaunders4736
    @donaldsaunders4736 5 месяцев назад +1

    Great video Steve my buddy has a 3.5 mercury outboard 4 stroke very hard to start but it runs perfect when it do start so I will tell him to clean the carburetor thanks so much. 👍

  • @markrandall1456
    @markrandall1456 5 лет назад +2

    Nice job Steve. I think you did a wise thing by doing a minor clean. I've done that on a couple that ran well but started hard. It works for me.

  • @joshuam.2685
    @joshuam.2685 5 лет назад

    Perfect example for the wisdom in Maintenance.

  • @jeffcee9457
    @jeffcee9457 2 года назад +1

    Thanks a lot you help me out big time my outboard was very hard to start and the main jet was block up

  • @wilfor03
    @wilfor03 8 месяцев назад +1

    Great job, steve....thanks for the knowledge on a Nissan motor.....just bought a 9.9 (1988) model....been sitting up in storage for about 6 years....

  • @gardenfork
    @gardenfork 5 лет назад +4

    Love it when it all works the first time Steve, enjoy the surf. -Eric.

  • @evilgrin123
    @evilgrin123 5 лет назад +1

    The A-team reference! This guys rules!

  • @XJeepWerks
    @XJeepWerks 5 лет назад +2

    I would love to see some more outboard videos

  • @edwardcave1947
    @edwardcave1947 3 месяца назад +1

    Well done, I’m puttering with a Johnson 9.9 hp 1968 that’s hard to pull start

  • @bobbyk6585
    @bobbyk6585 5 лет назад +1

    Loved it. Yes, the satisfaction of a plan coming together is a beautiful feeling. As a Oregonian coastal dweller I recognize the value of an outboard that starts on the first pull. Keep up the good work my friend. Spent last week in Nova Scotia...

  • @tomthumb1941
    @tomthumb1941 5 лет назад +2

    I had to do the same to my mower engine today. good info.

  • @martymcgill1312
    @martymcgill1312 5 лет назад +1

    I want all my small engines to start on 1 or 2 pulls, and if it goes over three, I'm troubleshooting. Great tip on cleaning the main jet instead of doing a total rebuild or buying a carb. Cheers

  • @triplemania5550
    @triplemania5550 5 лет назад +1

    Glorious victory! Have a nice boat ride Steve.

  • @tysonday3989
    @tysonday3989 5 лет назад +1

    You are always so lucky I love it I wish my projects were like that

  • @mattsandford1935
    @mattsandford1935 3 года назад +1

    Great stuff Steve - gonna try this on my Yamaha 15HP that is giving me grief. Thanks from NZ!

  • @TheDesertSailor
    @TheDesertSailor 5 лет назад

    Your reaction when it started after one pull was soooo familiar!! A huge phew and "YES!!!!"

  • @humphreybugoy3865
    @humphreybugoy3865 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for this wonderful video, it really helps a lot, we have had problem with our rescue boat engine onboard ship

  • @richardwright8902
    @richardwright8902 5 лет назад +2

    u go steve, I have the same problem with my merc. 25 hp. have to try it.

  • @deanhooks4474
    @deanhooks4474 5 лет назад +1

    Quick and simple...love it Steve!

  • @wildefox1478
    @wildefox1478 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks for sharing Steve, it's amazing what just a little bit of dirt can do to a carburetor!

  • @richardthorpe8889
    @richardthorpe8889 5 лет назад +1

    Great video Steve. This has happened to me more often than an easy starting engine.
    Have a great trip.

  • @uperbee
    @uperbee 5 лет назад +1

    Always learn something watching your videos. Tanks

  • @lanajantz2240
    @lanajantz2240 5 лет назад +1

    I'm Going to clean the the carb, watched 4 the mower, now boat. Thx. I do hope this works!

  • @Roly679
    @Roly679 5 лет назад

    First time I've seen you do an outboard video, keep them coming.

  • @bobb.4807
    @bobb.4807 3 года назад +1

    Good job Steve , enjoy the boat ride !

  • @paulsmith5872
    @paulsmith5872 3 года назад +1

    Feels good when it works . Ihope I can share your sucess now with my outboard. Thanks

  • @jorsrob
    @jorsrob 4 года назад +1

    I was cheering ya on and spilled my beer brother! Great video! Can’t believe it was that simple!!

  • @jamieharris8075
    @jamieharris8075 3 года назад

    Hi Steve: I wish I'd seen your video before I pulled and cleaned my carb on the 4 horse 2 cycle Yamaha outboard. But I did it and the motor started first time.

  • @herbwag6456
    @herbwag6456 5 лет назад +1

    My HF gas engine irrigation pump became hard starting and would only run with the choke on. Carb came off super easy and I found the bowl and jets filled with jellified gasoline! Cleaned it like you did and now it starts and runs perfectly. Guys, fix your own junk and save big $$$!

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  5 лет назад +1

      Right on Herb...

    • @janetyeoman1544
      @janetyeoman1544 5 лет назад

      Herb Wag , only buy non ethanol fuel , I had the same problem on my Honda 75 outboard. Pain to clean 4 carbs.

  • @jamesoberg7662
    @jamesoberg7662 3 года назад +1

    Steve, keep the videos coming. Thanks again!!

  • @ihus9950
    @ihus9950 5 лет назад +5

    Steve, nice job quick fix👍
    But Please don't take that out in the ocean.

  • @michiganmagneto
    @michiganmagneto 3 года назад +1

    I just recently scored a free Perkins 18 long shaft outboard motor. I'm really looking forward to playing around with that and getting it running.

  • @johnholden9020
    @johnholden9020 4 года назад +1

    Awesome. Simple, to the point. No Bullshit.
    Keep it up Brother

  • @ThePerfectSeason1972
    @ThePerfectSeason1972 5 лет назад +1

    You’re the man Steve !

  • @chrisdickens1130
    @chrisdickens1130 5 лет назад +1

    Nice watch your videos all the time in Michigan

  • @Leonardokite
    @Leonardokite 5 лет назад +1

    The "A Team" strikes again! Not even one beers worth of work. Nice! Now you can go ride the waves!

  • @zamoras4617
    @zamoras4617 5 лет назад +2

    Half a beer sounds like just the right amount of time for repairs

  • @dennisdecosta4480
    @dennisdecosta4480 5 лет назад

    Thanks Stevie guys like u make the world better place so guys like me
    Can enjoy what life I have now, with out spending cash for notthing when you can do it your self,thank
    You again👍🏽😉

  • @jimf1964
    @jimf1964 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks Steve! I'm still in the world of two strokes, but it's good to know about 4's since I'll have to switch soon.

  • @mr.octopus6972
    @mr.octopus6972 4 года назад +1

    5:50 A man who is drinking a Busch beer has my respect ... congrats on the carb job btw

  • @sodapops408
    @sodapops408 5 лет назад +1

    Steve, could we see a few small outboard videos, from time to time? Love your videos, so helpful. Thanks!

  • @SlowfoodSurvivalist
    @SlowfoodSurvivalist 3 года назад +1

    As a complete moron in motoring, managed to turn two discarded chainsaws to a working one, based on information from your channel. Great job! My only complain is that you kind of screwed my weekend by making me watch your videos for 10 straight hours.

  • @powerforall8998
    @powerforall8998 5 лет назад +1

    Nice ! I also used your advice to clean out the jet on my mower worked like a charm first pull. Thank you so much love your vids. And oh ya the beer helps too. Thumbs up 👍

  • @Paul-rp1ld
    @Paul-rp1ld 5 лет назад +1

    Ok...I'm impressed,very good.

  • @philipbailey9461
    @philipbailey9461 3 года назад +1

    Thats cool and good tip to fix outboat motor.

  • @saltylandscaper7193
    @saltylandscaper7193 5 лет назад +5

    Oh wow. Haven't thought about this in a long time. I have a 1953 (i believe that's the correct year) evinrude outboard i got from my grandfather after he passed. It ran just fine when i was a teen. Then sat in his basement for about 25 years. Then has been sitting in my garage for several more now. I wonder if i could actually get it running again some day.

    • @pepperjake44
      @pepperjake44 5 лет назад +2

      My dad had had a 1963 15hp Evinrude that we kids couldn’t kill. That thing ran great until he sold it I the late 1990’s. I’m sure you will get yours running in no time.

    • @incognito9510
      @incognito9510 5 лет назад

      My Dads 1955 5hp Johnson ran like a top and it always started on the 2nd pull. ALWAYS ‼️. Unless of course it was already warmed up 🤷🏼‍♂️
      A restart was a one pull unless pilot error flooded it 😂

    • @jontrenthem3751
      @jontrenthem3751 5 лет назад

      You will be surprised how these vintage motors will crank and run with just a good carb cleaning. Have a go at it

  • @jontill78
    @jontill78 5 лет назад +1

    By the way you do great videos. They have helped me out a lot. Thanks

  • @danielgrenier3288
    @danielgrenier3288 5 лет назад +1

    Got to love the two sip tips! Thanks, Steve. Enjoy your fishing trip.

  • @PapaMav
    @PapaMav 2 года назад +1

    Great tip on the micro bits.

  • @murkstalinskitm5334
    @murkstalinskitm5334 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks for doin an outboard video Steve! Looking forward to seeing more.

  • @weldonsavoie3613
    @weldonsavoie3613 5 лет назад +1

    Yes indeed, great job

  • @treyjames4192
    @treyjames4192 4 года назад +3

    Always good stuff from you Steve. You've helped me immensely with various issues on my outboard. Priceless information and Greatly appreciated. Keep up the excellent work and great content

  • @jgriff19861947
    @jgriff19861947 5 лет назад

    Thanks for the videos and ideals my first small boat motor I did not know water was supposed to come out and I blew it up about 30 years ago but it was fun while it lasted

  • @toddphillips5260
    @toddphillips5260 4 месяца назад +1

    Awesome Stevie!Great advice!

  • @fredr4258
    @fredr4258 5 лет назад +1

    Amazing what happens with a little knowledge and when you try. Great vids all around! Love 'em all!

  • @lastofthefiftys
    @lastofthefiftys 5 лет назад

    steve, thanks for the info very accurate as ive done it on a power washer and a lawn mower in the last few days. but I have no micro drill bit set but bread ties work as well just burn of the plastic coating