Chrysler marine LM318 carb problem

[onecrazyredhead]

Engine was running fine, then cut off, can get it to start but cuts off right away,also it back fires. i believe it is the carb. i been trying to match it up it is a rochester 17086116 2619 can not seem to find it any where could someone help me out please? fuel fiter is new it is a mercury water separating fuel filter 35-8028939.

 

[Maclin]

Re: Chrysler marine LM318 carb problem

Are you saying it starts when being cranked, then dies right after you release the starter?