1994 30 hp johnson outboard missing

sdew

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runs fine for about 5 min. then starts missing in wot. seems to be heating up. new spark plugs, new gas, new carb., new gas line. any ideas guys? Could this possibly be the thermostat?
 

rickdb1boat

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Re: 1994 30 hp johnson outboard missing

Have you replaced the impeller(Water Pump) lately? Could very well be overheating and that's not good. Be cautious until you find the cause.
 

sdew

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Re: 1994 30 hp johnson outboard missing

you may be right. am in the process of having the water pump replaced and having the thermostat checked out. Thanks for the suggestion.
 
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