Mercruiser 4.3 MPI missing at WOT, easing into higher RPM OK

1962vw

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2011 Glasstron 205 4.3 Mercury MPI (220 HP serial #1A621197) with Alpha 1 sterndrive. Stalls at WOT from dead start or WOT from anywhere in RPM range. (Doesn't cut out entirely) If you slowly increase throttle into higher ranges, boat planes off and runs normally, at least until you open to full throttle. Fresh fuel, always stabilized, no evidence of water in filter. Ran fine 2 weeks ago and was serviced in the spring including new fuel filter. Any obvious things to look for before trailering 60 miles for service?
 

alldodge

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Check fuel pressure, should be 43 psi at 1800 rpms. Leave gauge in place and see if it stays steady as rpms increase
 
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