99 force 50 hp need help starting.

[norm13]

i have a force 50 hp and wont start unless i spray starting fluid to carb then it ill stay on, if not wont start when crancking. it has fresh fuel. im new to boating can anyone give me any suggestions on this problem thank you.

 

[JB]

Re: 99 force 50 hp need help starting.

1. NEVER use ether in a 2 stroke. It has no lubricant and is explosive.

2. Get an owner's manual and learn how to start the engine correctly with the choke or primer.

 

[norm13]

Re: 99 force 50 hp need help starting.

Thanks for the info JB. Wont try it again

 

[sharper410]

Re: 99 force 50 hp need help starting.

Same exact problem I'm having with my 40 HP Force but nobody seems to have any suggestions about it. I know I'm correctly trying to start it already (have been doing it for years) and this problem came on all of a sudden. I have a Clymer manual and it hasn't been any use in determining the problem.