97 Evinrude 150 Starting Issues

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clc13e

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Ok, I have a 1997 Evinrude 150. It has set for quite some time and now I cannot seem to get it to stay running. I have got all the old fuel out of the tank, filled it with new and still no change. When I go to start it, it will run for about 10 seconds and then die. I have tried pumping the bulb and it still does not keep it running? Has any one seen this problem before or can help in trouble shooting the issue. Thanks in advance for your help.

Chris
 
LubeDude

LubeDude

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Re: 97 Evinrude 150 Starting Issues

Worst thing in the world for an outboard is the setting issue. Your carbs are gunked up and the only thing you can do is rebuild them. Also, you likely will need a new fuel pump and a new waterpump.

Thus the reason for this often heard statement:

A boat is just a hole in the water that you dump money into.
 
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