2000 90 HP Johnson VRO - What's proper scold start technique?

[007]

In April I bought a used bow rider with a 2000 90 hp Johnson VRO (60 degree V-4). It has an in-dash "push to choke" ignition key switch. Cold starts give me trouble most of the time. Runs great at all RPM's once running. Plugs + fuel filter were changed when we bought it in April. It was winterized last fall.

What is the proper cold start procedure on this motor re:
Choke/manual throttle advance/primer bulb etc........No owner's manual came with the boat/motor.

Thanks!

 

[jtexas]

Re: 2000 90 HP Johnson VRO - What's proper scold start technique?

the "choke" is really a primer...actuates a solenoid that opens a valve that allows fuel to drain from the carbs into the engine.

pump primer bulb until firm
lift flapper about half way
turn key to on position, push in and hold for 5 or 8 seconds (experiment to find your sweet spot)
turn key to start while continuing to push, until engine catches
adjust idle speed to just enough to keep it running until it warms up
if it tries to die, punching the key in momentarily should help

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: 2000 90 HP Johnson VRO - What's proper scold start technique?

Double post...

 

[ebmonson]

Re: 2000 90 HP Johnson VRO - What's proper scold start technique?

good advise from jtexas.
My VRO does the same thing.