doesn't want to start in water

[83 EbKo]

i got a 73' johnson 50hp motor. ran fine all last year. earlier this year i took it out and had some issues starting it so i took the carbs off and cleaned them out. Now when i put the muffs on she fires up like a champ but when i took it out on the lake it doesn't wanna start. I got it to start a few times but it would run rough and idle real low and then just bog out on me. i tired adjusting the needles for awhile with no improvements and gave up. can anyone help me out with what the issue might be?

 

[Backlash]

Re: doesn't want to start in water

When you cleaned the carbs did you take 'em apart and thoroughly clean/soak them in carb cleaner, rinse then blow out with compressed air? It sounds to me like you still have a carb problem.

 

[civiboy]

Re: doesn't want to start in water

I have the same motor with the same problem. Mine runs like a champ with the muffs in the driveway and then nothing in the water. I also get a hell of a shock from time to time when turning the key over to start. I check all wiring in remote control and they good????