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I have an '88 Merc 45 hp Classic Fifty on a 17" Bass Tracker. Motor starts and runs fine at low to mid range. At wot will only turn 4000 rpm@28 mph. Motor runs smooth with no noticable miss. Pluge are new. Fuel system has been cleaned, carbs and fuel pump just rebuilt. Compression is 120-125 all...
I have a 1988 Bass Tracker 17' w classic fifty 45 horse motor. Runs normal @ slow speeds but at wot will only turn 4000 rpms at about 28 mph. Will not completely plane out. Feels as if carbs aren't opening completely. Have cleaned fuel system completely, rebuild carbs and fuel pump. Motor will...