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hi all!
I have a force 125 1988
I want to service my carbs to make sure they will be running great this spring.
I checked the float and one of them cracked!! it have a separation in it and probably did cause some running problems.
but my question is what would you you do as a procedure to...
hi everyone!
I have a force 125 1988 cleaned the head getting the head gasket
can some share the tourque sequence for reinstalling the head
im aware it takes 2 stage torque step but I don't understand the spiral motion in regards of the bolts
im a visual person thus a pic would be greatly...
Hi
I have a force 125 1988
I remove the head and gasket
How do I prep the head and block?
Do I use sandpaper to remove small leftovers bits from the gasket?
Acetone?
Any guide line would be great
Thx
I have read a few post with fuel recirculation issues...
were do find the area to inspect?
I have read force 125 1989 are notorious for that being clogged!
I have the engine apart just curious to know ere it is?
thx
i have removed the carburetors from the block and I read there is a way to check if the reeds are functional...
what am I looking for.... rust warp for me I looked but cant even recognize were they are
hoping someone has some input
thanks
Re: head gasket?
here are some bolts when I removed the head...
the top rusted bolts were located on the right side only close to cylinder #3
is it normal or did I have water intrusion?
Re: head gasket?
well that was easy!!!
but now the tough stuff(for me) here are some pics I would love you fead back!
#4 cylinder like I said is very clean compar to the other cylinders... why would that be
please any help would be very appreciated
thanks
mike
hi
I have a 125 force 1988
I have 141 on all 4 cylinders
I #4 cylinder spark plug is always much cleaner than all others.
question #1: can there be a water leak even if I have good compression
#2: can that cause a loss of power?
#3: can it cause damage already...
I am sure its easy to answer but im not sure...
here is a spark tester from force but cant find any how to... I edited with paintshop to make easier for a description.
I think I have a weak spark on all cylinders even if I reach 4400 rpms
I assume I set the spark plug wire on #1 then set...
hi,
I heard about Hi/Lo setup on the stator. what I was tokd that there is a specific way the stator should be installed on the motor. meaning the winding should be place facing a certain place and also even if the wires are the same color they cannot be inverted...
I read my post and it seems...
force 125 1988
I have read numerous reads in regards of resistance my engine should have 500-800 I have 768 on both cold engine but after it runs and engine warm it spikes to 1000 then goes back to 768 is that normal?
but more important when I take reading while engine is idling at 1500rpms...
hi,
I want to purchase a 100hp 4 stroke yamaha 2001.
before I buy I want at least to do a compression check does anyone have the specs?
also what else should I check for the guy seams a little sketchy or maybe is my paranoia therefore I would like to verify most common issues with this engine...
I have 125 force 1988 trophy center console
I came back from my trip but very happy how the boat ran but confused in regards of the over consumption of the boat.
but im sure the question will come flying in regards how much when were and conditions so here it goes...
the weather avrg choppy...
here is a pic of the carb I have a lot of milky substance before entry!
I opened the carb bowl and its perfect clear glass fuel line filter before carbs look perfect.
it is very humid with fog could that do it?
please help I am supposed to leave in a few hours for my trip
thanks
mike
im posting it here but maybe it will be moved...
here are a pic that I noticed only this morning!!
the other side is not cracked or the bottom what is the procedure do I need to redo all the transom?
or cani drill a whole and insert epoxy sandwitch with 2 1/2 galvanised plates on either side...
I have a force 125...
I did change the battery cables with 4 guage and sauder the ends.
my battery is fully charged and does not go under 11 when starter is turning over
I really belive its the starter I did see very little smoke came out of it.
I cleaned the inside thoroully and there is...
hi everyone!
I have a prop but the splines do not match my shaft..
my friend has a commercial press and feels he could press the hub out...
do u think its possible without damaging the prop
thx
I want to change the cable it seems a little old even melted a bit at the end...
I have a force 125 1988 what gauge do u guys recommend or should I buy a booster cable 8 guage
thanks
mike
guys I must be an idot or something but I cant seem to get this right...
do I install it from on top or install the key then put the flywheel
pls help I already sheared one
mike