Engine wont start

SSraymond

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Mar 22, 2008
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I have a 170 merc inboard that has been in storage for years. I changed the gas and filters, set the points. When the motor turns over it sounds like one cylinder fires and then starter kicks out. It keeps backfiring thru the carbs also. I tried moving the timing with with no luck. Any suggestions?
 

firehog6305

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Re: Engine wont start

well if you are getting fuel (good fuel) not gas that has been sitting around, and you have good spark at the plugs and points, I would next do a compression test to see if there is any internal problems first, before chasing my tail, keep us updated, and welcome to iboats:)
 

Haut Medoc

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Re: Engine wont start


How long was it sitting?.....
My guess is that the carb needs to be disassembled & cleaned out.....
I would try a new cap & wires first on the off chance that the fuel in the bowl is not varnish......;)
 
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