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sahhaaja - 6 years ago

Why spoil it with stupid music..

2fast4you2 - 6 years ago

A few mistakes in this video, to check compression you need to fully open up throtle. Second you need to know what kind of compression that particular engine your buying works with. Having same or similar compression on cilinders do not tell you that engine is good or in good shape. If that engine works with 160 psi and you have both cilenders at 135 psi....well that engine is no good. Also need to hear an engine run, a non running engine wont give you an idea how is the engine. If the guy salling it wont run it dont buy it. If you run it you will find out lots of things, if impeller is good, if crank & bearings make any noise, you also need to check if gears are good etc etc.

Steven August - 6 years ago

Music sounds like old porn video about to start try elevation music more soothing

Brian Haley - 6 years ago

Background music is annoying. Otherwise great and informative video. Thanks!

Jesse Garcia - 6 years ago

Hey, don't give wrong, but the video was good and the background music is terrible.

Christine Cook - 6 years ago

great job..very informative & easy to understand.

Pat Rick - 6 years ago

best explaination online thanks for the upload and effort!

Gary - 6 years ago

Nice VID, loose the music

Jan Smeets - 6 years ago

Hard to understand with all that noise and on top of that the noise from the so called music, which fills nicely the gaps with noise, when there is no road noise. Terrible.!

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Chad W - 6 years ago

helpful well done video. thanks for making that.

Sell it now - 6 years ago

Dum ass music and wind wasted time

Hooked-n-Rolling 2009 - 6 years ago

I bought a 2003 250 fitch piece of shit ran great on stand Hugh called him Brutus bad ass on my twenty five ft Wellcraft sportsman put twenty hours on it heading out 2011 dolphin tournament and threw a rod out the side morale of story buy used only from factory with warranty I did now have a 2008 300 etec no problems love Brutus II check channel hookednrolling2009 only buy used with warranty don't know what kind of butchered motor u r getting thanks JT

Mark Zilliox - 6 years ago

nice tips !

Dave - 6 years ago

a lot of people put fresh oil in the lower to hide seal problems

L Miranda - 6 years ago

Turn down the volume dude...

Ja Ga - 6 years ago

Good video but don't need no music can't hear nothing

TechnoMulen - 6 years ago

very annoying music sir.. turn that down a bit =)

Matthew Macek - 6 years ago

135 132 140 The that is good compression for a Mercury 60 horse right?

Vincent Jovan - 6 years ago

I dont have compression gauge to test the psi what can i do??

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Donald Shipp - 6 years ago

Good job man, extremely informative!

Gary Woodgate - 6 years ago

Don't buy a 2stroke end of story

J-D Griesel - 6 years ago

I have a question if a motor was run on saltwater and lets say for arguments sake it does look like that inside and you run it on freshwater only will it clear up ?

djpheloneous - 6 years ago

Lots of critics, but are they making videos? LOL. Anyhow, great video for the regular dude going to just buy a motor without getting to complicated.

Jesse Tristan - 6 years ago

Wonder how main bearing material made it passed the piston rings

James Lee - 6 years ago

Stopped watching it. Can't bare to listen to the background music

traderrick69 - 6 years ago

That "music" (noise) is so annoying and unnecessary! Thumbs down for this production.

Shawn Kilpatrick - 6 years ago

Please, the music is keeping me from hearing you speak.

Tony Bruno - 6 years ago

I watched your bids when you were Eric Edic. What the hell happened? Ditch the stupid music.

Tony Bruno - 6 years ago

Eric Krzyzanowski I hear you. I still like your vidios, I am a certified Ford technician that wants to crossover to outboard repair.

Eric Krzyzanowski - 6 years ago

Tony Bruno i put my real name lol

Train Bennett - 6 years ago

Yes here in South Louisiana this is what you see even worst.

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libertyforamericanow - 6 years ago

Checking out a lower unit, black oil is better than clear. Clear might mean they change the oil to hide a leak

Marty Honda - 6 years ago

Dump the drum beat

Eloy Gonzalez Jr - 6 years ago

I'm going to look at a used boat tomorrow that's under construction, anything in particular that I should look for, as far as signs of not running! Is there an easy way to hot wire it? Any advice you could share?

Jim Watts - 6 years ago

This guy is putting out bad info, especially on the compression testing. Each engine has a high and low compression acceptable range. Each cylinder must be within that range. Having unequal pressures is common and as long as all cylinders produce acceptable pressures don't worry about it unless there is an unacceptable spread according to manufactures specification. NOTE: Any that uses a GD adjustable wrench on spark plugs (etc) knows nothing about mechanics so verify everything before you go and destroy your engine or throw money at a basket case. If you don't know research the subject, preferably through real Engineers and/or certified mechanics. Good luck, USDOT Certified Chief Inspector, Jim

Eric Krzyzanowski - 6 years ago

Liberty Warrior lol ok

Tactical T - 6 years ago

you really need to have the throttle wide open to get a true compression reading fyi

Gary Grow - 6 years ago

Oh please, edit out the music. Otherwise a very good video.

Ken A - 7 years ago

You do mean a "difference of 10 percent" not a "difference in 10 PSI", don't you? Ten percent of 135 is 13.5 .

gerald Hemmings - 7 years ago

lousy kid music

Greg Reed - 7 years ago

Well done , except the music it would be much better without it thanks

Explore Outdoors - 7 years ago

Greg Reed agreed

THE VANDAL - 7 years ago

Number one tip when buying a out motor is DONT

Daniel Bowman - 7 years ago

Can putting the motor upside down, and pouring CLR or chemical cleaner into the motor help get rid of stuff like that without having to take the motor apart?

Mailer - 7 years ago

Why the need for background music.. Cannot hear much

Buster Heiman - 7 years ago

Not a mechanic, a mechanic knows what tool is needed to pull the plugs, plus he doesn't know how to hold the wrench correctly to remove the plug.

Mark Lindsay - 6 years ago

He got the job done. So who gives a crap... The video isnt called " How to work like a mechanic"...

libertyforamericanow - 6 years ago

He was tryingo simplify it for ur average person looking to buy an outboard.

Trey Ferguson - 7 years ago

Mechanics use whatever tool they have handy to get the job done

Elvis the Lazy Dumb Fatso - 7 years ago

So completely disassemble someone's motor before I buy it. Check.

Gotrek12345 - 6 years ago

Or be a sucker... onus is on the buyer to be happy with what they purchased. So yes you should. Obviously the end part is to show why to be weary of a motor used in saltwater

Dennis Harrison - 7 years ago

Suppose open them wide open when checking the compreson Johnson's evenrude and mercury Manuel states that also alot of other engines do

jessie willis - 7 years ago

I like your vid it helped me music's fine I can hear lol

ThePlanBPill - 7 years ago

You have to have throttle wide open to do an accurate compression test.

Miguel Perez - 7 years ago

The audio in this clip was recorded with an outboard motor.

NJ Rob - 7 years ago

outstanding video

Harry Hall - 7 years ago

wrong , that is an example of some one not flushing there engine , after use in salt water .

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Big Dick Chump - 7 years ago

get rid of the music

TitanMan404 - 7 years ago

I made my woman dance in the nude to the music while I watched this...thanks!

Lord Humongus - 6 years ago

Thanks.

Lord Humongus - 6 years ago

She danced for me as well.

Timothy Gwiner - 7 years ago

TitanMan404 pics or it didn't happen

Larry Lawson - 7 years ago

thanks mate looking at a motor today and this video has helped me already , thanks for sharing it

Ola K - 7 years ago

why the music?????

Viktors Ginters - 7 years ago

what? sorry cant hear nothing but thanks for try

Allen Smith - 7 years ago

Excellent tips and insight, but why the irritating music that added nothing..

Brittany Jacobsen - 7 years ago

This may be dumb but do you need to have it in water to pull the cord?

Gatorsrok - 7 years ago

You do not want to start the engine without water hooked up!! Worst thing you could do for it... You're not so much worried about the motor over heating, takes a minute to do or so depending on engine size, but the water pump/impeller relies on the water for its lubrication.... ITS ONLY RUBBER... so it takes SECONDS to start building up a decent amount of heat into the impeller and you risk cracking it or pieces coming off.... DO NOT START IT WITHOUT WATER

Uptin Sinclaire - 7 years ago

With the spark plugs out there are no combustions happening so it won't hurt anything. You can probably run it for a few seconds with the plugs in and not hurt anything. More than a few seconds and you'll want to have it in water or hooked up to muffs on a hose to keep it from overheating.

Ricky Pagan - 7 years ago

Great video, Can that motor be fix or prevented ? If yes what can you do ?

mcconn746 - 7 years ago

Please don't be offended but...I would like to watch the video but can't stand the noise. I wish you well.

401 Survival - 7 years ago

now that is a video worth being on YouTube great job awesome video

Chris W - 7 years ago

Learned a lot from this. Thanks.

newyota1 - 7 years ago

I made the mistake of trusting owner on an 20hp 1985 johnson and asked him about gear oil instead of checking it.Got motor home and no gear oil in except for a tablespoon or so came out and it was like black sludge!I was sick.Owner said he had no idea why it was empty when I contacted him.I could only drain and refill till it came out clean and it works so far in the half dozen times I used it..No leaks are being seen from seals.I just hope it was not run long before I bought it like that.Supposedly in storage for a long time and maybe it was drained for storage and never refilled.

h2000l - 7 years ago

Should the throttle be wide open for a compression test?

Timothy Gwiner - 7 years ago

h2000l yes

SCOTT M - 7 years ago

Excellent video! Thank you!

Dean Fulford - 7 years ago

shit video

Aaron King - 7 years ago

if its aluminum, then that discoloration has nothing to do with heating. aluminum does not change color with heat.

Mr. Freen - 7 years ago

Aaron King It's discoloration on the paint he's referring to.

Kona Dog - 8 years ago

Anoid lol

william avery - 8 years ago

Please help me. I got a 15hp evinrude 4 stroke. It starts easy, pumps good water. But when it gets hot it cuts out, what can I do, change/ look at??

Nevermind - 8 years ago

Youre an idiot. 135 minus 128 is, in your words 2 lbs difference. WTF-- over. I can only hope youre not working on engines and charging money.

ThePlanBPill - 7 years ago

Regardless, this dude doesn't know wtf he's talking about regarding compression testing. First of all you need throttle wide open. Secondly, the difference in compression is not the only thing that matters. I wouldn't buy an engine that has 50lbs on cyl 1 and 52lbs on cly 2.

NJ Rob - 7 years ago

if you listened carefully, he said 10 pounds difference, not two

Nick Harrington - 8 years ago

Why is there music???

Steve Lamperta - 8 years ago

yes you do have to put the engine in water to rotate crank even a little. the rubber impeller needs water for lube or you can break the fingers off of it ! but most people think they know better. i change more water pumps in my shop than anything else cause of this

PJ Jackson - 6 years ago

Make a better video then steve...

Jesse Wirries - 8 years ago

anyone know the correct fuel pressure for an '84 evinrude 90hp outboard?

Mr. FatBasstard - 8 years ago

did I miss it or did you pull out the lower unit plug screw without checking the magnet tip for shaft and gear debris?

blake the snake - 8 years ago

Have u ever de scaled the cooling system? Basically the run a special solution through the cooling ports and the entire system. This solution is like a clr or something that just dissolves salt and mineral deposits. They let this stuff run for hours using a pump. It eats away all this buildup inside the motor. At the end you can see all the crap that comes out. Very impressive. Yamaha dealer did mine. Made a big difference. There are many YouTube videos on this subject.

Real McCoy Auto - 8 years ago

What's with the gay ass music

sonofharris - 8 years ago

Great video, Thank you

paul white - 8 years ago

good advise,thanks

newyota1 - 8 years ago

people you buy from won't let you check the oil I'm sure.

Jonathan Spencer - 8 years ago

The irritating 'music' degrades an otherwise good informative video. Why does everyone feel the need to add 'music'?

Doug Crabtree - 6 years ago

Jonathan Spencer

RabbitFootedKitty - 8 years ago

Hey, we have this evinrude gear case, we drained it and there was semi clear water for half of it then the rest was black oil. Is that a serious problem?

John Bladykas - 8 years ago

I disagree with you. Adjacent cylinders get the same reading you have a bad labyrinth. .

Thomas Flynn - 8 years ago

You should in a spark plug socket!

Ryan Joyal - 8 years ago

are the corroded parts of this motor able to be cleaned up and repaired or is it shot?

Eric Krzyzanowski - 8 years ago

Baptiste Panciatici yes

Baptiste Panciatici - 8 years ago

eric edic

Eric Krzyzanowski - 8 years ago

you can clean it up but the salt will start eating the motor up from the inside

ethorn62 - 8 years ago

Sir, you made a outstanding video. Very informative. The music almost over ride your voice. I would love to see this video without the music.

Mast Alex - 8 years ago

Thanks!

CrossThread Aero Industries - 8 years ago

Great share, thanks.

Yoojin Kim - 8 years ago

good

Sue Heath - 8 years ago

music annoying

Mitch Aikens - 8 years ago

I really like your channel Your doing a great service to the boating world It's easy to see your passion I look forward to seeing others I would have paid to see a lot of these years ago Do you have a motor salvage yard around you Keep up the good work Mitch

Richard Mackinder - 8 years ago

Seriously? Wearing latex gloves?

IndyHelis - 8 years ago

so after watching this you didnt say if that motor was just total junk due to the salt you found in the water journals or is there a way to remove it after its that bad? Obviously flushing after coming out of salt water with fresh water would prevent it but after its that bad is it toast??? or fixable? Also, I just acquired my first boat and it has a 1963 Gale sovereign 60hp outboard motor. a motor that old should i even mess with checking it over trying to make it run, finding parts or should i just consider something more modern? just wondering if parts can still be found. Ive read they are basically evinrude motors...

theeasybeats - 8 years ago

I believe Gales were made by OMC which means there is a comparable Johnson or Evinrude models with similar parts, I have a 1960 Johnson and can get most parts. I'm sure the Gale of the same time was very close to my Johnson www.marineengine.com is a good place to look, look online

Michel Nadon - 8 years ago

check cost and availability of parts on net for your year and model

Joe Tailor - 8 years ago

Only the music is bad!! No need for it!

Pierre Beauchamp - 8 years ago

Great video Thanks Dude

Vance - 8 years ago

Hard to hear what you are saying with all the background music....

nik c - 8 years ago

best way to clean corrosion is ospho. I use it on tugs eats that corrosion/rust away

Tryin2fly09 - 8 years ago

A Cresent wrench is not a proper spark plug tool. But aside from that, not too bad for an informative vid..

onelik - 8 years ago

I have a 1990 Johnson 200hp. The compression were all within 5psi but they're in the low to mid 80's. What's the difference between high psi vs low psi? What's what the highest psi an outboard motor can produce and what's considered low in psi for an outboard motor?

A Shore - 7 years ago

no you are good! its really how much it varies that's important, not the actual readings. those older looper 3.0's had lower compression heads during some years. my 225 has 105-111psi per cyl. so all good.

Enricobandito - 8 years ago

Nice vid, subbed.

Ted Baxter - 8 years ago

60 hp 4 stroke outboard fuel pump not working any help out there

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Robin van der Made - 8 years ago

would you ever buy an outboard that has been used only in fresh water but had its anode completely eroded?

darbster99 - 8 years ago

when buying a used motor i won't have the ability to take it completely apart on someone else's driveway--how do you make sure the inside isn't junk when the outside looked good as in your example?

Eric Krzyzanowski - 8 years ago

as long as everything checks out i always will buy them

Tony 26 - 8 years ago

Thanks a lot for the video. I'm very mechanically inclined, with cars, but not so much with boats. You video helped a lot as I'm looking at 2 tomorrow.

Salvatore Shiggerino - 8 years ago

What the fuck is the point of all that background noise you added?

sniper117332 - 8 years ago

What a bull shit inside the cooling channels?

Willem van der Rijken - 8 years ago

Very nice video! I learned a lot from it!

crlsfiftyone50 - 8 years ago

Good video! Very useful info for an ameture outboard owner

Thank you

michael walker - 8 years ago

how I do the compression in a Johnson/evinrude 150 GT outboards need help on this stuff thanks from Michael walker

michael walker - 8 years ago

how I id a 150hp Johnson and evinrude GT outboard I need some help with this I learning all the time about outboards hope you guys can help me from Michael walker

grl8862 - 8 years ago

Great video. Interesting about differences you read in workshop manuals. Mine says compression evenness is more important that the usual PSI. They also quote 20 PSI as the max diff between cylinders vs your 10 PSI. But obviously the less diff the better. Other point I read was the importance of earthing the leads when testing compression. If you don't it says it can damage your ignition system. I'm also an offender there.

A Shore - 7 years ago

grounding leads wont do crap. wont hard electronics at all. compression should be no more than 15psi variance. 20 is usually too much indicating a worn/stuck ring and/or scored cyl walls or blow head gasket. pop the heads off and have a peek just to be sure!

john ohara - 9 years ago

I have an idea: why don't you record the video so you can be heard?? Between the stupid music, the cars whizzing by and your mumbling manner of speech, it's hard to understand what the he'll you're saying.

Natalie Voyles - 8 years ago

+john ohara Wow...what a jerk you are to say that in such a rude way. At least the guy making the video can take as a compliment you want to hear better what he has to say. I thought the video was very helpful, and I'll be watching his other ones. Thanks to Eric for the good info!

ShortFinger - 9 years ago

Do you have to put it in water even if you are cranking it during a compression test.

ShortFinger - 8 years ago

+Ryan Joyal you'll want to use the electric start. I did a comp check on my 90 hp and it takes about 3-4 seconds for your motor to peek compression on the cylinder. Take the plugs off each spark plug but leave the spark plugs in the cylinder! Mark the plugs so you know which plug goes where.

Ryan Joyal - 8 years ago

I have a 2000 Johnson 35 hp with electric key start. Can i perform this compression test by turning the key or would I have to attatch a pull cord?

Howabouthetruth - 8 years ago

THE lGNlTlON lS DlSCONNECTED OR TURNED OFF.......MEANlNG THERE lS NO FlRE/SPARK TO THE MOTOR. HEAT lS ONLY GENERATED FROM THE SPARK AND THE CONTlNUlNG RUNNlNG OF THE MOTOR'S MOVlNG PARTS. COMPRESSlON CHECKS DO NOT CREATE HEAT.......NO WATER NEEDED FOR COOLlNG DURlNG A SlMPLE COMPRESSlON CHECK.

ShortFinger - 8 years ago

thanks!

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

+willywonkachevy You do not have it put the motor in water to run a compression test

BatkatA Toni - 9 years ago

One opinion. Remove the music on tutorials.

Bluefields Fishing - 9 years ago

Excellent video, I have learned some basics things to look out when buying a used motor.

Victor Taveras - 9 years ago

hi eric I wonder if it is possible to send a video of a sea horse johnson 70 hp I think you can give me a diagnosis based on your knowledge is just being on gasoline and warmed . i put new solenoid and not work, battery full but has no strength for starter.please let me know (ASAP ) THANKS.

FamilyMann - 9 years ago

You also want to take the plug wires off and wet your hands and hold them will someone spins it over , that will tell you all you need to know !

Hernán Cortez - 9 years ago

GREAT! EXCELLENT video! , I learned a lot!
THANKS Eric!

Dave CP - 9 years ago

EXCELLENT VIDEO! I'm looking at buying a used 200 HP Yamaha.

Sunny CyclingSailing - 9 years ago

Why did you add the 'music'?

Keith Kelly - 9 years ago

plenty of real good info...I also wanted to listen to you and had a hard time with music and outside noises...Really good otherwise! Thanks!

polygamous1 Sozou - 9 years ago

flushing the engine with fresh water will it help? after used in salt water, had a 55hp Chrysler once did the timing without the special tool for timing the engine n it burned the top of the piston

David Sanchez - 9 years ago

Good video, thx

Alice Viser Hill - 9 years ago

Eric, Are you familiar with 1996 150 Evinrude OceanPros? We are looking at a Whaler that has one and I have seen comments about poor gas efficiency and under-power for that HP. Comments?

A Shore - 7 years ago

im not sure who said these motors are "underpowered" but they have no idea what they are talking about.

A Shore - 7 years ago

also, they are about 20% less fuel efficient than a DFI 2 stroke or 4 stroke at full power, 50% less at trolling speeds but still not bad. the sheer punch of these motors makes them so much fun to use over a 4 stroke as well

A Shore - 7 years ago

those are fantastic motors... smooth and extremely powerful. probably the best motor omc built. they put over $35 million just for r&d into that motor in the late 80s. they are also very reliable as long as you maintain it. fresh gas each year! honestly the 150 is more like 165+ hp and the 175 closer to 190, making them one of the fastest motors ever made for that size (2.6l)

Alice Viser Hill - 9 years ago

+eric edic Thanks, much. That helps...

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

+Alice Viser Hill Yes you will get poor gas mileage for any 2 stroke. I would personally would recommend a 4 stroke which will save alot more gas then any 2 stroke. A good 4 stroke motors are yamaha,honda,suzuki,mercury,tohatsu

Soldier53flyer - 9 years ago

Good video, thank you. But what motor do you like better a out board or a inboard out?

Brett Knapp - 9 years ago

Looking to buy a used outboard…..Will the common person really let you do all of this to the outboard before buying it?

libertyforamericanow - 6 years ago

Ola K that's dumb. I don't buy a used outboard with out compression test. Unless its like the75 HP Mercury I bought for 400 and am rebuilding now.

Ola K - 7 years ago

Brett Knapp Just by knowing what to look for in terms of the easily acessible thinks such as the zinc-anode or the signs of over heating helps you to ge a rough idea of the thing your buying in like 30 seconds. Rest of the stuff one has to guess and take the chance when making a fast good deal on old stuff. Thats how the world rolls. Thats the sport. Im buying one in about an hour. Wish me luck!

haz3t - 9 years ago

+Brett Knapp If they don't allow you to check it thoroughly, then you should probably look elsewhere for your used outboard.

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

+Brett Knapp Most people will let you. I also sell used outboards

Shaun Olsen - 9 years ago

Hi i had just purchased a boat with a mercury 2hp 8hp motor and for some reason it wont idle at low revs as well as smoke alot its blueish smoke and i have taken ot to a marine place and was told its not sparking well on low revs on one cyl.. my questions are 1. What would be causing alot of smoke and 2. Even if it has this problem at low revs does that mean that the motor isnt safe for me to use on fresh water for a few months while i source a brand new outboard.

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

In st.petersburg florida but i also ship across the usa. If interested text me at 727-286-0636 i can get any motor that you are looking for.

Creighton C - 9 years ago

+eric edic Where in USA? I'm in GA and looking to buy a good used outboard

Shaun Olsen - 9 years ago

Yes i figured either way for an old motor its not worth doing. Going to either sell it or keep it and learn how a outboard runs and just go ahead and purchase a brand new outboard. As by law in queensland i cant drive anything over 6hp anyway.

Shaun Olsen - 9 years ago

She'll be right i can get a parson 6hp 4 stroke locally short shaft brand new for 900 aus locally. Just going to take me a few months as i am on a pension. Just for the time being i really wanted to take the boat out to have a bit of fun. Just worried that it running on one cyl at low revs being a 2 cyl it might blow up on me or something lol

Shaun Olsen - 9 years ago

Yeah I'm in australia lol shipping would cost a fortune haha

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

+Shaun Olsen yes im in the USA

Shaun Olsen - 9 years ago

But your in the usa arent you?

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

i do ship

Shaun Olsen - 9 years ago

Thanks mate.. its a shame you don't live near me otherwise i would buy a decent one from you haha :)

Eric Krzyzanowski - 9 years ago

+Shaun Olsen the more oil you put in the gas the more it will smoke. All 2 stroke motors will smoke. I would check the compression on your motor because sometimes if you have low compression it will not idle at low speeds but yes you should use the motor till you find another motor if your motor is usable. I sell used motors

Adam Karokh - 9 years ago

Check out my channel

Ernest Kobacic - 9 years ago

Dobar video buraz. Hvala!

dave thomas - 9 years ago

Thanks for the info!

smiles1969able - 9 years ago

cool man nice tips

Tech Davey - 9 years ago

These Japanese motors are made from poor quality aluminium alloy which becomes porous and crumbly. In addition the head bolts appear to be made from mild steel to ensure that the hexagons will shear off. I know because I bought one on flea bay "Runs OK but overheats". To be honest it needs new crankcases and a new head so its beyond economic repair. On the other hand the metals on British Seagull motors are so good that many of them outlast their owners.

It is advantageous to use High Tensile bolts even if they are only going into light alloy. The accountants may not understand why but the difference is that HT bolts can usually be unscrewed.

nick cherwinsk - 9 years ago

+Tech Davey i love them tho

Carry Smith - 9 years ago

you also want to see if the fly wheel has play up/down,test run it on the boat for a while and check the motor with a mechanics stethoscope for strange noises,and also when u buy a used out board motor replace the thermostats and the whole water pump,

DENNIS GRAY - 9 years ago

+Carry Smith If you don't have a stethoscope a flathead screwdriver will do the same. hold the tip to the motor and the handle to your ear. it should hum. not too loud. any ticking or grinding is a problem.

clark hall - 9 years ago

excellent video. Youtube Gold

GeorgiaFamily SouthernStyle - 9 years ago

So if I am buying a used boat/motor and how would i go about asking the owner if i could inspect these things lol, What if they say no,,,

GeorgiaFamily SouthernStyle - 9 years ago

thanks man, i finally found a boat and motor for a decent price, this motor i got runs good just was over heating, i put a new water pump on it and a thermostat and i believe i got the problem fixed with the over heating , its a force 150hp. some dont like that motor but this one i got i love it..so far.. thanks man

Gogle Plus Sucks - 9 years ago

If they won't let you look under the cowl and won't let you do a compression check, they're hiding something.. Don't buy it. Period.

Petch Martin - 9 years ago

Hello, I am in New Caledonia. Could use me please because I have a johson 70 of 1994 and I do not find the method of regulation of the carburetor especially level wealth at air. Thank you for your help(assistant)? Cordially. I leave you my e-mail ( gwada_strose@hotmail.fr) Thank you again

Martin Muffcrusher - 10 years ago

you should open the throttle up to max when you check the compression so the engine can suck in more air,when your pulling it over,

DolphinDog - 10 years ago

Nice video Eric. I am about to take apart a Suzuki DF115. Can I drop it off to you? I like the 7:30 minute mark in this video, looks like a bomb went off after taking that yamaha apart.. I am a BIG FAN of Salt Away . Salt destroys engines, i am on the Pacific Ocean. Many people will say " never been in salt water" etc etc about a engine, and thats cool. So many incredible animals in the sea including the largest animal to ever live in earth, the Blue Whale. Thumbs up on your video

simon crash - 10 years ago

Hi i have a 1988 Suzuki dt30c and i have never seen any water or exhaust gases coming out of the secondary hole below the engine. do i have some thing wrong with the engine
all the other videos dt30c on you tube show water and exhaust gases coming out of the secondary. any advice would be helpful thanks regards simon

Eric Krzyzanowski - 10 years ago

+simon crash
It comes out of the midsection because it cools the exhaust to make it quieter and it does not come out of the prob but some motors do.

simon crash - 10 years ago

Thanks eric can you tell me why they exhaust out of the secondary and wouldn't the engine sound louder or does it stop and just come out of the prop thanks regards simon

Eric Krzyzanowski - 10 years ago

Watch this video Engine start and Run Suzuki 30hp DT30C

That is how it should be pumping. If it is not pumping like that then you can have a problem with the thermostat not operating correctly.

bruno yebra - 10 years ago

You have to turn of the music because is difficult to listen how are you telling in the video. My English is not good but I think that you understand me. Thanks for you video! Saluti dalla Italia bella ! ;)

Gogle Plus Sucks - 9 years ago

Ditto on skipping the music in an instructional video.

Eric Bosley - 10 years ago

Thank you for the info. Good to know. I like the music and don't mind the cars/wind. People are such brats on the internet.

richard martinn - 10 years ago

Hi I've got a 25hp Yamaha 2 stroke mid 90s outboard motor and I did a compression test I only got 25 psi. I have taken head off and there is a lot of play in the pistons does it require new rings ?

Gabriel S. - 10 years ago

if you were to flush the salted engine, would the water wash away the salt buildup?

Alesandro Kamcev - 9 years ago

It would be pertfect to drive it in fresh water... why? Cuz when ur driving it for example on 4-5k RPM for whole season and than flush it at the end in burrel of fresh water on like 1-2k for 10min... it wont flush all sault.... So for 2 strokes engines few days on fresh water at the end of season is quite good... and also if its possible mix more oil and gas if it say 1% do it like 2-3%... so inside of engine stays oiled well over winter.

Eric Krzyzanowski - 10 years ago

You can use a product called SALT-AWAY it will get alot of it out but to get all of the stuff out you need to take the motor apart which is not really worth it unless you have a serious salt build up

VintageOutboardMan - 10 years ago

I have the exact same question...

Gabriel S. - 10 years ago

Exactly...would it reduce the salt buildup over time or does the engine need to be taken apart and the salt scraped out of the coolant passages by hand?

Eric Krzyzanowski - 10 years ago

What do you mean by flush? Ear muffs hooked up to the motor?

broomsterm - 10 years ago

Right off the bat you can see a dent on the prop hub. Hello?

naseer nasurdeen - 10 years ago

thank sir

Larry Imbeault - 10 years ago

Great vid. Many thanks. Next time record inside (no wind, no cars).

Ruan Urquhart - 10 years ago

Is that an rs50 in the background? Looks sweet! :)

chasinhail - 10 years ago

Great video! Thanks for the info.

yodude12ify - 10 years ago

good vid...BUT.... When checking compression you must put the plugs back in the plug boots and ground them, otherwise you will fry your coilpack/ cdi

yodude12ify - 10 years ago

+eric edic
OK, then GREAT video...lol, my mistake. I don't have lanyard kills on any of my boats or jetskis so I have to ground them.

Eric Krzyzanowski - 10 years ago

thats why i disabled the ignition

Jesse Wiant - 10 years ago

yes eric im new to this I had bought a boat ran good all day I noticed it was leaking gas so I changed gaskets and seating pin took it out now its running like crap

MrMasterDin - 10 years ago

I got a 45 4.5hp 2 stroke mercury for free. i got it running OK but if i rev it too high it sounds like bits of metal are flying around inside lol. any ideas? sounds good at medium to low revs.

Nibbles53 - 9 years ago

I would take out the spark plugs like he did in the video and check for little pieces of metal. Do the same for the lower unit. Check the bottom screw for little pieces of metal, if there is any could be a bad baring, washer, or gear those will need to be replaced. When you check your spark plugs see if they need to be replaced, and inspect the wires for cracks. They run about 20 bucks for a pair. That will cause issues at running at high speeds it'll also makes a weird sound. Even small cracks can be an issue, reason being is the wires could be grounding to the head instead of the spark plug. If you're not getting ignition from one of the cylinders you will get black gas out of the exhaust when you pull your boat out. I would recommend taking the engine to a mechanic, if you got it for free no reason to not get it checked out. I got my engine checked out for less than two hundred dollars, fix my ignition problem.

Shadi Said - 10 years ago

thanks for your help

Making Sawdust - 10 years ago

Help anyone please!! I have an old sears out board 3.6 It starts but the prop stopped spinning any ideas as what it can be? Is it an easy fix?????

Thanks.

Nibbles53 - 9 years ago

Maybe check your shifting cables and make sure your shift rod's bolt is still connected. On the Johnsons and Evenrudes the rod bolt is under the carburetors, If it is an electric shift that will be something you'll have to research. I boats dot net have great diagrams you can look at, and the forums are great also.

Ruan Urquhart - 10 years ago

Split pin?

MultiHangfire - 10 years ago

Awesome information. Thank you.

Love2boat92 - 10 years ago

I wish I would have watched this video before I bought my old boat motor.

MATTHEW DENHAM - 10 years ago

Can you do a video on the Aprilia RS

boaterbil - 10 years ago

need to do this on a day with more wind.

J Mac - 10 years ago

Hard to avoid buying a salt water used motor in Florida. Just buy one that has been properly flushed and maintained.

Steven Rose - 10 years ago

Very much appreciated!

Adedoyin Adesemowo - 10 years ago

Hi Eric, thanks for the excellent video. Do you know where I can buy used outboard engines, my preference is Yahama?

Patrick Fryer - 10 years ago

Great Video, helps avoid impulse buys.

Ryan Dembinski - 10 years ago

good tips man thanks

Matowix - 10 years ago

Useful thanks.

John Page Contraband - 10 years ago

nice video man

CROWSEPHUS - 10 years ago

I like the music so I subscribed to your channel. now subscrib to mine! Plz!

ron rankin - 10 years ago

music sucks

Mikey Baber - 10 years ago

2000 70 hp Yamaha on a 15' flats skiff running real slow and getting up slow compression is 115psi in each cylinder and the motor has sat up for a while any advice?

Eric Krzyzanowski - 10 years ago

its posible that the rings is sticking to the piston. I would pour some sort of liquid to loosen up the sticky ring from piston over night

Scott Jess - 10 years ago

buy a 4 stroke yamaha flush it out every time change the oil and filter change the plugs lower unit oil new water pump every 100 hours and a new timing belt every 300 hours you will get 2000 hours plus out of it great fucking motors run the hell out of it have fun go fishing the point is is to get your fucking moneys worth out of it there like women you take care of her she will take care of you and the rest is history hooray to yamaha and women

Housseni Ali Mroivili - 11 years ago

Gillan McGauley - 11 years ago

NICE GOPED

BeulahLips - 11 years ago

That's a reasonable and logical answer. Believe it or not, I just spoke to a professional marine mechanic on the NE coast, and he said he's seen as low as 30 PSI even on Optimaxs, and as long as all six were even, they ran fine. He said that even Mercury told him this. Hard to believe, isn't it?

My Name - 11 years ago

Thanks for making this video :)

BeulahLips - 11 years ago

150 HP Merc XR4 1988

keyseqpt - 11 years ago

THAT WAS HILARIOUS!

Eric Krzyzanowski - 11 years ago

what hp is it? and brand?

BeulahLips - 11 years ago

So if all the cylinders have an even 50 psi (even like you say), then it's a good motor?

Pine1234 pine - 11 years ago

Saltwater just needs more maintenance. That 45 Honda was probably owned by someone who did not understand how important it is to flush it out after use and/ or seasonal storage. Ive owned many motors 20+ years old in salt and they have minty mint waterjackets.

Danny Buruma - 11 years ago

hey i've bought an outboard motor it's a yamaha 5hp and its a very old one. it starts good but when it try to run it at lo rpm it stops running and when i put my finger in the airfilter it wil run at low rpm Ive tryd every thing and my father even has a garage and doesnt know the problem, maybe you can help me? P.S sorry for my bad english ;)

michael walker - 11 years ago

how I do this with a Johnson 140hp outboard motor thanks for this and the tips are good

BeulahLips - 11 years ago

Do you have advice or experience with the bigger outboards? Like a 2.4 liter Merc XR4 V6? I've checked the compression and it's all within 3-5 psi on all six cylinders, but the factory Mercury manual doesn't specify what the PSI amount or range should be... and almost everyone I talk to has no opinion or different opinions. Certainly there must be a PSI range...just saying "within 10 psi of each other" is too vague. What if all cylinders 50 psi? Or 150 psi? There must be a certain value.

Nevadaiscorrupt - 11 years ago

Great video... Thanks.

Russell DeVane - 11 years ago

I don't understand why people put music to a how to video!! Pisses me off!! Good video though. thanks.

katrachovago - 11 years ago

thanks eric very informative vid

Am iaB - 11 years ago

Thanks eric

ZaZuLiCiOuS - 11 years ago

With or Without music! Dude thanks for the information! Now I know a little bit more about outboard motors! Great vid.

Eric Krzyzanowski - 11 years ago

Make sure you run a compression check and that the compression is even on both cylinders or with in 10 psi of each other. The discoloring just shows who ever had the motor ran it a little bit hot