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wlin98004

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Joined: Jun 25, 2020

Last seen: Aug 6, 2026

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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Thank you for the reply. I will take a look at the O2 sensor values while the engine is running. A valve adjustment job is planned for...
  
  Aug 3, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Thanks. I have cleaned the screen on the IAC valve and the fire screen in the air intake box. The issue must be engine temperature...
  
  Aug 2, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread RPM, speed and fuel consumption question for BF225.
  
  Well, the war is not over. I am still having some issues. See my other thread. This time it won't keep me from fishing. I am using...
  
  Jul 31, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  I thought the war is over. However, the other side won't give up so easily. I am still have some issues. The engine starts fine and...
  
  Jul 31, 2026
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  wlin98004 posted the thread RPM, speed and fuel consumption question for BF225 in Honda Outboard Forum.
  
  My boat is back into the water and running smoothly. I am a happy camper. Hopefully new issue won't come up soon. The fun of owning a...
  
  Jul 29, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Just for reference. Here is a way to do a complete vinegar flush of my engine. Here are the parts you need. You can get them at home...
  
  Jul 26, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Good news. Boat is back in water. It is idling well. However, it is very hard to shift. It turned out the engine is idling too high...
  
  Jul 25, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Thank you Don. Now, at least I know I am not talking to myself. The bolts are 8x40 and 8x60. The way to install the manifold and the...
  
  Jul 22, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Is there anyone else seeing this thread? It looks like I just been talking to myself which is very unusual on this forum.
  
  Jul 21, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  The metal gasket behind the manifold prevents water gets into the exhaust chamber. I would think the water tight function of this...
  
  Jul 20, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  I also won another battle with my lower unit. I tied a rope around my lower unit and hang 2 50lb concrete anchors off it. Spray with...
  
  Jul 19, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Just for reference. Here is what I did to get the manifold back in place. First I cleaned up the base really well with a wire...
  
  Jul 19, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Just realized there is a search feature on this board. Found the following threads that are very helpful...
  
  Jul 17, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  I decided it is too much risk to take off the engine mount to just replace the exhaust seal guide. I am going to see if I can push a...
  
  Jul 15, 2026
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  wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
  
  Well one step forward and a few steps back. Here is my progress. Got the gasket and anode for the exhaust manifold. Luckily I have a...
  
  Jul 14, 2026
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