I have a 1989 5.8 omc with ford engine. when I crank the engine it fires as if starting then dies. When the switch is in the on position, I do not have power to the coil. I traced what I think is the hot wire (purple w/ white stripe) back to the starter relay and there is no power coming out...
I have an '89 Bayliner with Ford 5.8. Was running great on the ocean when motor quit. Turns over and fires as if starting but will not run. After being towed in and trailered home, it started and ran fine. I checked and replaced the alternator thinking this was the problem. Once I put it...
