Oldgeek
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I bought a boat, motor and trailer on Monday. I got it all at a real good price so I expect it will need a little work. It was really cold that day and the motor wouldn't start. I have a manual coming on this but wanted some ideas on things to try first to get the motor started. It has been sitting for a year outside without running. The gas tank was nearly full and I'm not sure if the gas was that old or not. No primer bulb on gas line either but I don't know if they all need one or not?
The motor is an early 1970's Mercury/Kiehaefer 2 cycle 4HP with Thunderbolt ignition. It uses an external gas tank. The outside of the motor is in very good condition.
Being the redneck mechanic that I am, I was thinking of spraying some carb cleaner in it and giving it a few pulls or maybe a shot of ether. I thought if I could get it running a bit, it might blow out some of the gunk. But that might be the wrong way to start! :lol:
The motor is an early 1970's Mercury/Kiehaefer 2 cycle 4HP with Thunderbolt ignition. It uses an external gas tank. The outside of the motor is in very good condition.
Being the redneck mechanic that I am, I was thinking of spraying some carb cleaner in it and giving it a few pulls or maybe a shot of ether. I thought if I could get it running a bit, it might blow out some of the gunk. But that might be the wrong way to start! :lol: