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Old July 17th, 2007, 11:38 PM
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Default mercury 3.5hp hard to start

I pulled the thing 20 times it wont go. I used some starter fluid (i know i'm not supposed to) it fired up first pull. Stays running, runs good when I can get it started. Except when I open it up full throttle it will stall. Then when I turn the motor off for more then 5mins or so, it will not start without the fluid.. I am somewhat new to outboards, but I know a little. Any help would great
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Old July 18th, 2007, 02:07 AM
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Default Re: mercury 3.5hp hard to start

was gonna give it a shot helping you but your other post made me think your 3.5 hp is a good boat anchor
quote " Re: Water pump problems

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its probably just clogged. Dont expect much ffrom these assholes"
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Old July 19th, 2007, 07:57 AM
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Default Re: mercury 3.5hp hard to start

Tie rope around motor other end around you , thro it in deep water.
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Old July 21st, 2007, 10:47 PM
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Default Re: mercury 3.5hp hard to start

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was gonna give it a shot helping you but your other post made me think your 3.5 hp is a good boat anchor
quote " Re: Water pump problems

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its probably just clogged. Dont expect much ffrom these assholes"
motor works great carb was gummed up. I already have amushroom anchor; no need for one more.
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