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MattFL replied to the thread Tohatsu 9.8 MFS (maintenence/storage).

Really make an effort to find ethanol free fuel, it does make a big difference in how well it stores. I've used StaBil with success...

Today at 5:52 AM
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MattFL replied to the thread Honda BF75 "Making Oil" – Need Help with Thermostat in Cold Climate.

The oil isn't milky because the "newly made oil" is fuel. Not all fuel burns, some unburnt fuel gets by the rings. In a hot motor it...

Saturday at 6:50 AM
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MattFL replied to the thread Honda BF75 "Making Oil" – Need Help with Thermostat in Cold Climate.

Even if the thermostat keeps the block up to temp, I think your main challenge is the oil sits in a metal pan below the block where it's...

Friday at 6:58 AM
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MattFL replied to the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane.

Hopefully the new CDI will do it. If the seller had a lot of good feedback then odds are in your favor that the new one is probably OK...

Apr 6, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread Break in oil.

I bought a Tohatsu 6HP online about 10 years ago, it arrived empty and with no oil in the box. Side note, and I have no idea if this...

Apr 5, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane.

I haven't had the head off of one of these things myself, but I believe @ahicks has worked on a ton of these. Unfortunately it looks...

Apr 5, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane.

I hope that's it, please be sure to post back and let us know the results!

Apr 1, 2024
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MattFL reacted to Noah4200's post in the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane with Like.

How about 3 off these and go for a cloudy day?

Apr 1, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane.

It's hard to say. There's no harm in replacing it, the biggest risk is it might be an unnecessary expense, so if you're OK with that...

Apr 1, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane.

In the morning when it's running properly, drain the carbs and measure what comes out of each one. Then when it acts up, immediately...

Mar 31, 2024
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MattFL reacted to airshot's post in the thread How do I get this ?! Fuel connector off? with Like.

Just looking at the pic, it might be a jury-rigged fuel hookup. I believe someone just ran a fuel hose the the fuel inlet and did not...

Mar 31, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane.

While it's acting bad, squeeze the ball. If that resolves it, then you've got a fuel delivery issue, such as the pump or clogged filter...

Mar 31, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 1990 NISSAN NS9.9B2.

Unless it's corroded, a new carburetor is likely not needed. For a proper cleaning you have to take it apart. Use the little tube to...

Mar 27, 2024
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MattFL replied to the thread 3.4 gall honda fuel tank fitting.

If it's just leaky and you can't find the part, you might be able to extract any o-rings inside and just buy replacement o-rings. If you...

Mar 15, 2024
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MattFL reacted to Noah4200's post in the thread 1996 BF50 Honda Bogging out when trying to plane with Like.

Ok guys!!! NO OVERHEAT! Was able to plane and run around the bay for 20 minutes. Was low tide and late but i’m very relieved. The...

Mar 15, 2024

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