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Excessive fuel consumption

ChrisB54

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Bought an old boat with 1990 115hp two stroke. Runs ok, a little touchy to start hot or cold. But it uses an extreme amount of fuel. I'm familiar with old two strokes using a lot of fuel but this is extreme. Less than an hours running at various low speeds, up to about 20 knots and less. Cruising around on a choppy day and used 8 gallons or 30 litres of fuel. Carburettors look clean and jets are clear. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
 
Float valve seats are ok and floats look level when closed although I don't know the factory setting. Diaphragm seems like something that could cause this. Thanks I'll check them.
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