1987 force outoard engine 125

[armenk35]

Hey,
I just bought a boat which has a 1987 force outboard engine. and i have some problems. 1st. i cand find the place that i check the oil. 2nd. i putted on reverse and it started makeing a bad noise. 3rd. i how much is the normal commpressions. enyone plz help. thank you

[jerryjerry05]

There is a hex-head screw on the bottom of the drive.That drains the oil.To check there are two screws about 18-24 inches up the leg. They are marked fill/vent. Pull the bottom and see what your oil looks like.
If it's making a bad noise you probably need a rebuild.
The compression on a good guage should be 145-150. They should read 5-10# difference on all 3 cylinders. Any more and that means you need to work on that motor.Jerry

[armenk35]

where are does 2 screws for the oil check?

[armenk35]

and how do i add oil?

[Scaaty]

You really need to get a manual...and DO NOT take out that Phillips head screw on the side of the gearcase.
I suggust putting down all tools until you get a manual..

[armenk35]

thanks alort buddy

[armenk35]

and would you know whats wrong withh my engine? it goes fast then slows down then takes off again

[armenk35]

and one more question. what kind of fuel goes in force 125? 87 or 91

[cordell]

Fuel is 50:1 gas oil mix.... 2 cycle engine oil is used...

The fast slow fast sounds like fuel pump needing cleaned or rebuilt...anlong with maybe the carbs..

cordell

[armenk35]

thank you sir and which one is the leg? sorry its my first boat i dont know much about them