I have been having trouble with my 66 johnson on my boat. I have a low budget for it so it may be getting the toss. My father is loaning me the kicker from his old boat which he sold a while ago. It is a 7hp honda I believe it is a 4 stroke and is likely a mid 80s model but could be as late as mid 90s I will know more when I get my hands on it. It has not been started in about 5 years as he no longer has a boat. I will change the oil get new plugs and change the gear oil. What else should I do before trying to start it. should I get some seafoam or other carb cleaner and after that long will I have to remove the carb and take it apart or will the sea foam be enough. Is there any other trouble spot I should check out that could cause damage if I dont check it first? my current motor I had a mechanic get going and I have only done maintence since so this will be my first ressurection.
PS when last run it did start on one pull and run with no issues but that was awhile ago.
PS when last run it did start on one pull and run with no issues but that was awhile ago.