darkknight799
Cadet
- Joined
- May 25, 2012
- Messages
- 15
Thanks to this forum, we replaced a slave solenoid and got our 1976 MerCruiser 140 HP I/O running -- now turns over every time! No major injuries, fires or explosions for non-mechanics!
Our new problem is this: the engine keeps running in neutral and when put in gear. Prop spins slowly. No RPM change, no throttle. No strange noises or burning/melting smells.
The boat has been in a shed on a farm and not run since 2008, so some of the wiring has been attacked by packrats and/or decay after 36 years. We've been letting the old gas work out of the lines.
Any help is appreciated because this is the first time we've ever worked on a boat. We do have the original manual and wiring diagrams and can look up any additional diagrams we may need. Throttle cable? Carb trouble? Where to start?
Once we get this fixed, we're starting on the bilge and lights. Stay tuned.
You guys have been a great help -- thanks much in advance!
Our new problem is this: the engine keeps running in neutral and when put in gear. Prop spins slowly. No RPM change, no throttle. No strange noises or burning/melting smells.
The boat has been in a shed on a farm and not run since 2008, so some of the wiring has been attacked by packrats and/or decay after 36 years. We've been letting the old gas work out of the lines.
Any help is appreciated because this is the first time we've ever worked on a boat. We do have the original manual and wiring diagrams and can look up any additional diagrams we may need. Throttle cable? Carb trouble? Where to start?
Once we get this fixed, we're starting on the bilge and lights. Stay tuned.
You guys have been a great help -- thanks much in advance!
