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pulled til I couldnt pull no more, definitely not blatantly wet. I called the seller...he talked about some carburetor float being possibly stuck...this is getting beyond my technical expertise I think

oh man my wife is ticked....and I am not happy either. Got the fresh gas, got the seafoam, cut the piece of hose out that had a pinhole leak, reattached gas fitting....very excited....NOTHING. couldn't even get a sputter tonight. Now I am stumped. Forget the impeller, I can't even get this thing to turn over. I did pull the plugs...how wet should they look? I couldnt tell if they were even wet at all. They certainly didn't look soaking wet...should they?

hard to believe someone with everything could be so stupid

well gonna get some fresh gas, seafoam, cut the gas line where the leak is and reattach...then see what happens! I did speak to former owner today...he claims this motor has an internal thermostat (I know some engines do) so don't be surprised that it doesn't pee right away.

so sounds like deal with the stalling first...maybe the pinhole in fuel line is enough of a problem? sucking air? Think maybe I can just cut a segment off the fuel line, the leak is near the end anyways. As long as I can re-attach the fuel connector thingy to the exposed cut hose. I imagine it just slides into the hose and then tighten some clamp around it.

Buick - did see that on youtube too...I may try again tomorrow but disconnect the rubber hose up in the motor and see if I can get water out that hole...then I know problem is a blockage not impeller. Drifter...after I decided I didn't want to ruin the motor...I did notice a hole in gas line...I had gas peeing out of the line but no water peeing from motor! Could this be enough to stall the motor? It is a pin hole but there was a stream of gas shooting out.

So after some advice from members here...I purchased a 2 stroke 8 hp engine (nissan) Conveniently the guy selling it had forgotten the gas tank at the marina so we could not test the motor. I trust him and buy it anyways. Now with gas tank in hand and engine in my garage I decide to fire it up with the muffs on. After a few seconds it shuts off and I notice no water peeing out. This happens a few times. Runs a few seconds (five?) then shuts down. I imagine this is a safety feature? Motor shuts off after a few seconds to prevent overheating? Anyways, not wanting to push my luck...I decide changing the impeller might be my best option. Been watching some youtube videos and feel I could probably do this myself if I can find the parts. Having said that, would prefer a "pro" to do it if price is reasonable. Anyone know what an impeller would cost (just the part), and then what it would cost (parts included) to have a marina do the work? The reason I am debating getting a marina is in case I am wrong...perhaps no water peeing is not due to faulty impeller. Any thoughts?

Well no money has been exchanged so easy to walk away and I am sure the guide would understand. I would do some research on the new guy....maybe its the main guide's assistant who has fished with him hundreds of times and you will get the exact same information

well done! My boat still sits tarped up for the forseeable future. Glad you guys did well

Bingo, thats what I was referring to...I also have a water-driven liberty pump...no alarm, no battery, no generator etc...easy peasy piece of mind

oh man I am jealous! Let us know what you decide to do. So many options...

are you on city water by any chance? If you are I have a great option for you

oh dear...now I remember,,,barefoot in the dirt floor, wearing a nighty that looked like it had some miles on it...and backlit...aallwaays backlit

does the tail double as a tiller? If so...buy it

ditto for the supershadrap...bet I have caught 40-50 muskies on those alone. Haven't used any of the ones you are showing

Whats wrong with the 15 Honda? I thought they were supposed to be great?

well that's weird...I don't remember any "lady" ever working there. I do remember the "new one" cursing a blue streak when I woke her up early one morning

funny you two mention it....I have been specifically looking for a nissan 9.8 or a yamaha, although open to other options if necessary. Their is a yamaha out there...but its a 20 hp and a long shaft...so needs a 14 footer with high transom...haven't found a cheap one of those yet so haven't acted on the motor.

New would be wonderful....but since the budget has long since been blown...this is "what is the cheapest way to get me, and some renters out fishing"...and paddling aint gonna happen!

Thanks for all the input. We took possession today so naturally had to sneak up there after work tonight, couldn't stay tho, have to work tomorrow. The ice is fully off the lake moon glimmering off the water...a good feeling! Now that I know the ice is off gotta get this boat thing figured out!

Nice gesture! And yes I have been fortunate to work for places who throw you some extra $$ for going to meetings on your own time. I always made a point to thank the boss for that, telling them it wasn't necessary but very much appreciated. Those little gestures by employers go a long way

Spincast...when I rented out a place we owned before, I always ensured there was LOTS of mixed gas up there for that exact reason. I generally provided all the gas for someone's stay

GBW...that is exactly what I am looking for...minus the trailer! Once its at the lake it will stay at the lake. Gonna have to check distance to havelock but sounds far

haha I love that. My buddy often says something runs "like a raped ape"...gonna have to remember "scalded dog"

We recently got a waterfront property, so now I have need for a tinny to keep up there both for my use, and if we rent the place, something for the renters. I plan to get an aluminum in the 12-14 foot range, with a motor somewhere in the 9.9 to 15 hp range. Its not a big lake, but want something with enough pep to maybe tow one of my kids (one at a time!) on a tube once in a while. They are young, don't need too much of a thrill. But for the most part...trolling around (also with the kids) for an hour or two here and there. Its been a while since I owned a 2 stroke, but I think I am leaning that way. Having said that...very open to suggestions on both 2 vs 4 stroke, specific manufacturers and also the vintage of the motor. Was hoping to get something maybe 10 years old...but see lots of motors from the 1980's that guys are charging huge dollars for. Are the 80's motors bulletproof or something? I am stunned to see what people are asking for them on Kijiji. Almost has me wondering if "they don't make em like the good old days" because prices of 1980's motors seem almost the same as early 2000's. Then again...just because guys are asking $900 for a 35 year old 9.9 doesn't mean they are getting it!