My son put our boat in reverse without letting it slow down first, the engine died and now it won?t start. It is clicking when you try and turn it over like the starter has gone out. Any suggestions?
Checking the neutral safety switch comes to mind, or maybe the starter solenoid. Tossing it into reverse might caused something to come loose from the shock of being slamed into gear, look for loose connections.
Could be Hydrolock. Remove all spark plugs and try to turn the engine by hand. If it can be turned by hand then try the starter. See if water comes out any of the sparkplug holes.