94 evinrude 150 v6

[cameron95]

i have a 94 evinrude 150 v6 it runs great but the only way to start the motor is to spray curb cleanner is it the vacum lines or something else

 

[abner]

Re: 94 evinrude 150 v6

prob need a new choke when you push the key in for the choke you should be able to hear like a pumping noise on the motor that means you choke is working

 

[SparkieBoat]

Re: 94 evinrude 150 v6

I had same problem on my 1995 150, if the enrichment system is working up to where the little hoses go into the intake manifold, then it could be that the intake gasket has swollen and blocked the fuel passage for the enrichment fuel. this was my problem...replaced intake manifold gaskets and whala cranked like a champ.

 

[jonesg]

Re: 94 evinrude 150 v6

prob need a new choke when you push the key in for the choke you should be able to hear like a pumping noise on the motor that means you choke is working

The rebuild kit for the choke is $15, new choke solenoid is around $200.

Need more info, is the engine new to you?
Did it start better in the past?
Are you pushing the ignition key in when cranking the starter?