This is a 1991 model 0d035693. The lower unit was leaking, I found the plastic retaining ring had broken so I rebuilt the entire bottom end, seals bearings waterpump the whole thing. Also noted a water leak under the gasket just under the head cover plate, replaced that, noted a leak in the lower carb, found a hole in the float bowl replaced it. After all this, fresh fuel. It won't start. It does have a spark, it has 130lbs compression, I installed new plugs, and tried again it would hit once in awhile but not run, when I pulled the plugs they were dry, I reinstalled and then proceeded to choke the carbs, again it would hit but no start. That would normally be a sign of a broken reed, but this motor doesn't have reeds. There is a solenoid on the port side of the motor but I do know what it's purpose is. Does anybody have any idea?
next question. Why doesn't this motor have a choke? Is that the purpose of the solenoid?
next question. Why doesn't this motor have a choke? Is that the purpose of the solenoid?
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