Looking for a carburetor

[tammyhale]

I'm looking for a bottom carburetor for a 1987 Force 125. The boat was acquired through a trade and would not start. Come to find out the seat in the carburetor had rusted and worn a hole bigger than the needle. Someone had tried using a carb kit with a bigger needle but that did not work either. I've tried getting a carb kit with the seat but have been unable to find one. I was told my best bet would be to look for a rebuilt carb. Does anyone know where I might be able to find a rebuilt carb for this late of a model?

 

[john from md]

Re: Looking for a carburetor

Google American Outboards in Maryland and give them a call. Also try
greatlakesskipper.com

John

 

[tjello327]

Re: Looking for a carburetor

Check e-bay. e-bay motors>boat parts and assesories>engines and components>Force>used. I see them all the time on there.

 

[tammyhale]

Re: Looking for a carburetor

Thanks for the info. I will give it a try!

 

[jerbear56]

Re: Looking for a carburetor

Take a closer look at it. The seat itself should be rubber, and installed at the bottom of the brass bushing the needle rides in. And the seats are available from merc, or included with an aftermarket carb kit.

If you would rather go for the carb, I've got a couple that have been taking up shelf space too long.