old 6hp only runs with choke

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brokecollegekid

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i was recently given an old 6 horse evinrude that starts fine, but needs the choke pulled half way out to run. it stalls with the choke in. where do i start? it worked normal for about 200 yrds before this started.
 
CATransplant

CATransplant

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Re: old 6hp only runs with choke

Clogged carb, bad fuel pump, other restriction in fuel system. All are pretty easy to fix.
 
HighTrim

HighTrim

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Re: old 6hp only runs with choke

Welcome to iboats.

When was the carb last rebuilt? May be time for a bath and overhaul as stated. Be sure to get all orifices/jets thoroughally clean. Check the sticky at the top of the page by Tashasdaddy.

Will pumping the primer bulb pick it up? Spraying pre mix into the carb?
 
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