I am having a problem with this engine. From the first time I ran it this year, it will not stay running after I get it started. It will run for a minute or 2 then peters out and dies. I have replaced the spin on fuel filter/ water seperator and the in line fuel filter in the engine. When I hooked up an external fuel tank, it ran a little longer but still died. The primer bulb does not collapse and the fuel restriction (vacuum) alarm does not sound. I did notice two things however. The clear in line filter always has some air trapped in it, and goes dry before the engine stalls. Also, if I squeeze the primer enough times, I get some gas leaking from the top of the VFO assembly from what looks like a vent. I'm not sure it really is a vent, however. I have found OMC part numbers for VRO repair kits that include diaphrams and rubber gaskets, but I have not been able to locate anyone who has these kits. I'd hate to gamble $300.00 on a pump that may not be the problem. If I was sure it was the VRO pump, I'd bite the bullet and get one.
Am I on the right track about the VRO pump? Does any of this sound familiar? Anyone know where I can get the VRO repair kit?
Am I on the right track about the VRO pump? Does any of this sound familiar? Anyone know where I can get the VRO repair kit?