havent ran outboard in a little over a year

[sheaston]

what kind of oil should i spray in the head to help lub the pistons before i fire this motor up?<br />or should i just mix the fuel a little rich?<br />this is a 50 hp force 1990 model#507x90d<br />thanks for any help

 

[Scaaty]

Re: havent ran outboard in a little over a year

Just spray a little WD40 in there (some may suggest something else, but I've used it for years), turn it over a few times...just get everything wet and lube everything else thats needs it. I would run 25:1 (double oil) for the first 5/6 gallons. Watch for good water output too, as sitting is no good for the water pump impeller. And if its never been changed, DO IT NOW. Good luck

 

[sheaston]

Re: havent ran outboard in a little over a year

thanks for your help<br /><br />i already changed the impeller first change since new(figured it was time<br /><br />there is not a good indicator of water flow on this motor<br /><br />it has never got hot in the past though

 

[Scaaty]

Re: havent ran outboard in a little over a year

Not so much as heat will wreck it (and it will), but sitting. Some of those fins are ALWAYS in a bent over position...dry up and take a set, and crack off, plugging SOMETHING up...and wrecking your day. Wish you well, and sounds like you will be fine...Robby

 

[sheaston]

Re: havent ran outboard in a little over a year

thanks again