Forum: Troubleshooting
07-13-2020, 10:25 PM
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Got it started today
While waiting for the Zenith service kit to arrive from Moyer, I decided to do another cleaning attempt.
I did not notice the fixed part of the main jet the first time, but I removed it this time...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-09-2020, 10:39 AM
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ordering rebuild kit
I have removed the carburetor again for another cleaning and a float adjustment based on what I have learned here.
I have spoken to the previous owner who tells me re did a full rebuild 7 or 8...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-06-2020, 08:49 PM
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-06-2020, 02:23 PM
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-06-2020, 07:29 AM
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Dave, I did not change the float settings. I...
Dave, I did not change the float settings. I didn't have a screwdriver wide enough to remove the float valve seat and I did not want to burr it up. The valve itself appeared clean as a whistle.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-05-2020, 09:42 PM
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Replies: 51
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We are back to the carb
I was able today to test out the coil.
With power on, I was reading 11.2 volts at coil +
With someone available to push the starter button we were
definitely getting a strong secondary pulse...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-05-2020, 08:21 AM
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-04-2020, 12:08 PM
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-04-2020, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 51
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Thanks for confirmation on the secondary coil...
Thanks for confirmation on the secondary coil values.
My troubleshooting methodology does seem suspect.
I left out some intermediate steps after cleaning of the carb. I also changed plugs and...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-04-2020, 11:44 AM
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-03-2020, 08:00 PM
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Engine won't start
Hello,
I have not been able to start my motor this season. First I thought it was a fuel issue, because I left fuel in the carburetor over the winter. I was able to start the engine, but it would...
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Forum: Exhaust System
06-25-2019, 07:26 AM
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Views: 3,099
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Forum: Exhaust System
06-24-2019, 04:34 PM
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Smoke from exhaust flange
Hello, all.
We noticed exhaust smell last year, but could never trace the source.
This year after launch, with the boat all opened up we were able to spot smoke coming from the area of the...
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Forum: Cooling System
08-31-2018, 11:10 AM
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Views: 3,255
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Forum: Cooling System
08-20-2018, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 5
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Finally was able to take a longer look at the...
Finally was able to take a longer look at the sensor.
The wire from the gauge terminates in a round lug that is attached to the brass fitting on the front if the enginine by a bolt.
It is this...
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Forum: Cooling System
08-08-2018, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,255
Broken temperature sensor
The wire leading from the temp gauge broke of at the connection to the brass/bronze sensor bolted into the front of the engine. Is it possible to reattach this, or must the entire wire be replaced...
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