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Ok so if it doesn't move then that means shift interrupt switch good and possibly look at carb issue ? Rebuild and tune up?

Chris , I was just reading a post about the shift interrupt swtich . This switch is located next to the rocker cover? Good idea to check cables and the linkage ?

Hi all, I have a 1996 Maxum 1800 SR 3.0 Mercrusier. I have just bought the boat and only had out a few times and have noticed this getting worse. Engine starts up every time but when i engage into gear its ok until i give it a bit more throttle then cuts out. Sometimes it will get passed that...

Thanks for all the info and things to check. Should keep me busy for a while. Hopefully get to the bottom of it.

Sparks looked like they have been in for a while and 1 plug was a bit bent damaged. That's why i thought replace plugs and leads and se how it goes first. Does this engine have a in line filter? Coil and cap looks like its orignal. Engine oil and filter looks recent. Will check exhaust bellows...

Hi , No just replaced plugs and leads. The misfire goes away once you get above the rpm where it occures. Fresh fuel has been put in. I don't know the full history of the boat maintenance . Just bought it. Maybe carb/ fuel pump needs inspected like you say?

Hi All , My boat is a 1996 Maxum 1800 sr with 3.0 Mercrusier. Noticed when putting the engine under more load. Crusing speed then full throttle the misfire happens. I have just replaced spark plugs and leads and makes no differnece. Coil? Distribruator ? Anyone had similiar problems with...

Ok i will give this a try and check all wires for corrosion before ordering a new tach. Thanks.

Thanks currently trying to arrange with a shop to check this out.

Hi all , I have a 1996 19ft Maxum 1800 Sr with a 3.0 Mercruiser. First trip out last weekend and once started at idle the tacho gauge was showing 3000rpm .When i started to engage gear it dropped to 1500rpm. After a quick run and up to operating temp and on the plane my revs were showing over...