6hp Johnson 1967 - Won't stay running?

[bp11903]

I have a 1967 6hp Johnson that has been running great for the past few years. This spring I can start it with full choke and when I push the choke back in it cuts out. Seems to not be getting enough gas. Tank, bulb, fuel lines and fuel filter are in good working order. Not sure where to go from here. Help?

Motorless in the land of 10,000 lakes.

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: 6hp Johnson 1967 - Won't stay running?

The carburetor is fouled. Clean and rebuild it. Carb kits available here, your dealership, NAPA, marine stores, etc.

 

[bktheking]

Re: 6hp Johnson 1967 - Won't stay running?

Sounds like a carb cleaning is in order, did you try adjusting the idle mixture?