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Re: port engine turns over, but won't start
Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 9:06 pm
by dlpoore
Thanks...will try that.
Re: port engine turns over, but won't start
Posted: Wed May 18, 2016 9:00 pm
by dlpoore
I have finally been able to start my port engine on my 32 foot Marinette 318's. By trying to start the engine, I fouled the plugs out, and after new plugs and wires were installed, it started right away. My guess is that the distributor cap needed replacing, and trying to start the engine several times, I fouled the plugs. So, one problem led to another one. Thanks for all your suggestions.
Re: port engine turns over, but won't start
Posted: Thu May 19, 2016 6:02 am
by Fastjeff
See if you are getting voltage to the ballast resistor (at least 11 or so volts) with the ignition ON and FROM the ballast resistor to the ECU (about 8 or 9 volts). Also, the positive pole on the coil MUST see at least 10 or higher volts WHEN YOU CRANK THE MOTOR. If not enough voltage is there, you will get a weak spark that won't fire the plugs. You need to see a 1/2 inch long BLUE spark. Orangy or a blue spark less than a 1/4 inch is not enough.
Good luck,
Jeff