Re: 1990 Force 150: Seized Up...
Welcome to iboats, sorry about your misfortunes.<br /><br />The term "seized" refers to an engine that is so messed up inside, that none of the parts will move, the internal parts are actually stuck together.<br /><br />If you remove the spark plugs, you can grab ahold of the flywheel and turn it by hand. If it turns, your engine is not "seized", it simply will not start.<br /><br />If you can't turn the flywheel at all, your engine MAY be seized, or the lower unit gearcase may be broken, preventing the engine from turning.<br /><br />Does the starter do anything or make any noise when you try to start it?<br />How long have you had the boat?<br />Have you had any service or repair work done recently?<br />Have you checked the safety kill switch?<br />Was the proper amount of oil mixed with the gas? at what ratio?<br />When was the last time the water pump was serviced?<br />Was there sufficient water spraying from the telltale?<br />Remove any screws from the gearcase recently?<br />Did the overheat alarm go off?<br />Are you mechanically inclined and adventurous enough to start working on this motor, or are you planning on taking it into a shop?<br /><br /><br />There could be many things that would cause the engine not to start. We will try to narrow it down, so be patient.
