I squeeze my fuel ball a couple times, push the key in while cranking, once the motor starts I let go of the key. It usually dies after a few seconds and I recheck the fuel prime. Usually takes a few more starts before she is ready to stay running. Once it warms up each start after on the lake...
Hello folks. New to the forum. I have I believe an 03 (manufactured 8/02) Johnson J40PLSTD 2 stroke 40 hp outboard motor on a Lowe 16’ aluminum deep v fishing boat (side console). I currently have a 3 blade 12 1/4” x 15 aluminum propeller on it. It runs great other than being a little cold...