Motor starts but later won't when I need it too

[saltwaterjake]

I have a 1995 120HP Force. Last time I took my boat out, the motor ran fine but after being in the gulf for an hour, the motor would not start. I have no problems when it is started it's just getting it to start. Sometimes it starts up fine but sometimes it doesn't. What could be the problem?

 

[foodfisher]

Re: Motor starts but later won't when I need it too

Kind of vague. Got any details? What motor, What symptoms?

 

[roscoe]

Re: Motor starts but later won't when I need it too

Yes, please include the motor make model hp and year with your post.

Does it act like it is flooded? Everything seems fine, just won't start?

Does it only do this after running, then letting it sit for "an hour"?

If so, likely that your fuel pump is leaking out the backside, into the powerhead, flooding out a cylinder.

Rebuild the fuel pump for $20. Should be done every few years anyway, as part of ongoing maintenance.