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    Tohatsu 20HP no=spark

    I am quite aware that flooding is not related to no spark, except in the case of wet fouling the plugs. This motor sat outside for six years and something happenbed to the carburetor that I can't see or figure out; new Tohatsu float and float valve, but still flooding throught the main jet...
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    Tohatsu 20HP no=spark

    I have fuel getting past the float valve somewhere in my carb and leaking out the front and flooding the engine. The float valve and float were replaced and the valve seat looks to be in good shape. Does the check valve located in the side ot the float bowl need to be sealed in place? Mine seems...
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    Tohatsu 20HP no=spark

    Spark check has been done grounding a new spark plug to the engine case in a darkened area. I have disconnected all kill switches and unplugged the remote control, to be sure nothing is grounded out. Not finding any pulse coming from the pulser coil when I turn the engine over using the starter...
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    Tohatsu 20HP no=spark

    I have a 2011 Tohatsu MSF20C, 20hp 4-stroke that has lost spark after sitting for a few years. I am having a hard time coming up with testing procedures and output values or resistance for the pulser coil, exciter coil, ignition coil and CD unit. Can anyone help me with the service manual pages...
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    Tohatsu MSF20C Spark Problem

    I have a 2011 Tohatsu MSF20C, 20hp 4-stroke that has lost spark after sitting for a few years. I am having a hard time coming up with testing procedures and output values for the pulser coil, exciter coil, ignition coil and CD unit. Can anyone help me with the service manual pages or procedures...
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