Hello! I have a 96 force 120 with about 500 hours on it. It runs great overall. The only problem i have is that when i'm out on the water using it. I'll shut it down to chill or pull a crab pot. Then when i try to restart it, it starts and runs for a brief second. Then i try again and it fires right up. Does this pretty constant. I change the spark plugs every season or at least clean them really good. I know, "let the force be with you!" I've heard so much crab about force outboards! I've read a lot of people just hating them! Never any real reasons. Some said corrison issues. Cheaply made. I bought it with 300 hours from my bestfriend who bought from the orginal owner. Both never had any real problems with it. I maintain it and treat the best i can. Another question. I have never de carboned the carbs. Easiest ways? Thanks.