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Outboard motor bogs down at low speed (2,000 to 2,500rpm). Picks back up when I squeeze the bulb. Occasionally does it at high speed (5,500rpm). Only happens later in the day when the weather is hot (Florida), not early in the day and never in Pennsylvania. Motor is an Evinrude 40hp E-tec jet...
First, thanks to all those who responded to my post. Your suggestions were very helpful. Now some answers to some of your questions.
I did try to join the Alumacraft owners forum. I applied for membership but have not yet heard back. I can only assume that the site was hacked along with the rest...
I think I may have as much as 485 pounds of water between my hull and deck. Here are the specifics. I have an Alumacraft VB 1650 RSC. It is a modified V with a tunnel hull. I have an Evinrude E-tec 40hp jet on it. The motor is not providing enough power to get it on plane. I should be getting...
Hit a rock HARD with my etec jet 2 years ago causing a fuel pump leak. Dealer replaced the fuel pump, but my high end speed has been reduced from 20mph to 13mph with 2 people on board. Motor is mounted on an Alumacraft VB1650 SC, 680#. Any ideas?
