73 Johnson 85hp. New motor to me and I took it out first time today. For some reason its not restarting after sitting a bit without a shot of starting fluid. Afterwards starts up fine and runs great all day. During the failed attempts to start, it will occasionally start and stall out when trying to put in gear.
However like I said, it runs fine all day long after its started and warmed up as long as I dont shut it down. Otherwise repeat above.
I was going to clean the carbs but I feel its a waste given that it idles good and runs good. So question is whats next best option.
Idle adjustment/fuel filter is something I am planning on doing, any other possibilities to look for? If those don't solve issue I will move to carb cleaning etc.
Thanks
However like I said, it runs fine all day long after its started and warmed up as long as I dont shut it down. Otherwise repeat above.
I was going to clean the carbs but I feel its a waste given that it idles good and runs good. So question is whats next best option.
Idle adjustment/fuel filter is something I am planning on doing, any other possibilities to look for? If those don't solve issue I will move to carb cleaning etc.
Thanks