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ClintonWards outboard backfire

mario

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"I just got a clinton outboard

"I just got a clinton outboard modle K 700 2107 A, Type 60 27371 R. While at a constant smoothe rpm it will backfire and quit. It starts with a couple of pulls and will do it again. Does this engine have a reed valve or something similar, if not, what direction should I go to solve the problem, THX mario"
 
"Is the backfire coming throug

"Is the backfire coming through the carb or from (under) the powerhead?

A backfire that seems to come from "under" the carb is usually due to the powerhead not torqued down to the exhaust housing properly, or a bad base gasket (if equipped).

Through the carb would tend to indicate a timing issue...."
 
"I removed the carb and cleane

"I removed the carb and cleaned it,It looked ok, then I removed the plate with the reed valve. I found a bit of rust around were the reed valve seats and cleaned that up and replaced the gasket which appeared to be in poor condition. Reassembled and ran engine the back fire is gone. Now it is giveing me some trouble getting a good slow speed idle. Any ideas there THX Mario"
 
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