Honda 9.9 four stroke low idle problems

[seastream]

I've heard from many about the above problem with Hondas' 9.9, and that it's due to the low idle jet fouling easily and often unless the fuel is pristine.<br /><br />I'm considering buying a dinghy that will come with a 3-5 hp Honda. Does anyone know if this idling problem extends across the entire Honda line?<br /><br />Bob

 

[marinegrh]

Re: Honda 9.9 four stroke low idle problems

all carbed engines including honda get carb problems, honda just seems to be more then less. it has to do with the tight tolerences of their machining. try to always run tuner or engine cleaner through them ......i have had several hondas and keep the fuel treated with omc's engine tuner, and stabil

 

[Alaskantech]

Re: Honda 9.9 four stroke low idle problems

Honda's have very sensitive carb's. If you have a good water seperator filter in line and keep it clean you will have no problems. We rig every boat, no matter on horsepower, with the best water seperating filter. Keep the fuel clean and you should have no problems...