merc problem
 

Hey everyone,
My boat is basically completed finally. Now that I have everything togeather, I was able to crank the motor(150 efi merc) today. It cranks but never fires. I went through every thing but I just cant figure what the problem is. I wd-40 the whole thing, cleaned the plugs, and made sure it was getting gas. What else should I check for? Any thoughts on what the problem might be?
Thanks,
George
ps this is the first time since this summer that the motor has been cranked. [img]/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

Re: merc problem
 

Congrats on finishing your boat George!!
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For the engine problem . . . If you're getting fuel to the cylinders and the engine won't fire you're probably not getting a spark, b/c some aspect of your ignition system isn't working properly. (Maybe check your kill switch first) then check to see if you're getting spark on each of the plugs.

Re: merc problem
 

Great to hear your boat is nearly finished!

Double check your kill switch connections. I have seen that problem pop up more than once.

Re: merc problem
 

Thanks guys,
You are probably right, I totally forgot about the kill switch connections. Wednesday when I get some time off of school I will look it over. I will post pictures soon also.
-George