I bought this boat and motor used. I decided to replace the water pump before I started the motor, just as a precaution and not knowing it's condition. Took it to the lake today and it started on the second pull and ran perfect. Idled good. I pulled away from the ramp and accelerated the motor and it started missing. I looked at the tell tell for the water and there was no water coming out, I then noticed a hot odor coming from the motor so I shut it down. I used the trolling motor to get me back to the ramp. I pulled the lower unit to examine the water pump assy I had replaced and everything looked like new. The impeller was engaged with the shaft keeper and everything looked just like I had installed it. There is a possibility that the water tube to the engine block was not inserted in the rubber bushing at the pump. It's possible that in missed it when I stabbed the lower unit back on, but I honestly don't think so.
So I have inspected everything and put it back together. The engine still has good compression, but it acts like it won't fire now? I'm replacing the spark plugs in the morning and going to give it another try.
#1 can the temp sensor go bad and keep it from starting?
#2 I think I should also replace the thermostat, would you agree?
What else would keep it from firing? Especially considering it ran so well before it overheated.
All help is appreciated!
So I have inspected everything and put it back together. The engine still has good compression, but it acts like it won't fire now? I'm replacing the spark plugs in the morning and going to give it another try.
#1 can the temp sensor go bad and keep it from starting?
#2 I think I should also replace the thermostat, would you agree?
What else would keep it from firing? Especially considering it ran so well before it overheated.
All help is appreciated!