85hp Merc Stalls Frequently...

Roy Boy

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Apr 16, 2002
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When slow trolling and or trailering my boat, the engine always kills. It re-starts right away however this is very annoying. Will changing the plugs and plug wires do the trick or do I need to rebuild the carbs? And if so, can a layman do the re-building or must a shop do it?
 

petryshyn

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Oct 3, 2001
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Re: 85hp Merc Stalls Frequently...

Roy Boy <br />how long since its last decarb and tune-up? Has the carbs been cleaned. Many variables here. Start with the simple stuff. Try adjusting carbs, then move on to a decarb and tune-up. :)
 

my new fishmaster

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Re: 85hp Merc Stalls Frequently...

Sorry but I think it is much more simple like fuel starvation. Check the fuel pump diaphram and replace.
 
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