dhickey Posted June 10, 2011 Report Share Posted June 10, 2011 (edited) 20 horse Merc 1975 This engine runs very well ONCE it starts. Getting it started after a few days of sitting is a challange. No electric start but it would be nice to add it on. My cuzz and I dont have the physical stamina to pull on it as we both have problems with backs and shoulders. So Im looking for a good marine mechanic that can fix the hard to start problem? Any sudgestions?? GTA area. Fishing rod. Im looking to get a decent light -med to add to my collection . Any sudgustions? 80.00$ MAX.. ??????? Thanks. saltydawg. Edited June 11, 2011 by saltydawg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carp Posted June 10, 2011 Report Share Posted June 10, 2011 (edited) I had a 1975 - 20 hp. Merc from about 1985 to 1995. Ran like a clock. Took 2 or 3 pulls of the starter cord to get it going after it had been sitting for a while. If it was warmed up, it would usually start on the first pull. There's a marine mechanic in the west end of Toronto that worked on outboards for my friend & I. He used to do quite a bit of work from home, but I'm not sure if he still does. Check your pm's for his name & number. Edited June 10, 2011 by Carp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted June 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 Any others care to chime in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpike Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 CITY MARINE ON THE QUEENSWAY JUST WEST OF KIPLING 1542 THE QUEENSWAY ETOBICOKE 416 207-0344 ASK FOR DAVID . THEY ARE GOOD PEOPLE!!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 CITY MARINE ON THE QUEENSWAY JUST WEST OF KIPLING 1542 THE QUEENSWAY ETOBICOKE 416 207-0344 ASK FOR DAVID . THEY ARE GOOD PEOPLE!!. X2. All staff are certified Mercury mechanics. David has been looking after me for the last three years. Tell him Simon sent you. BTW, if you're considering any marine mechanics in Burlington, pm me. There is a specific company that you need to be aware of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docknocker Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 Any others care to chime in? Old trick I've used for years on small engines,Give a couple squirts of Ronsons lighter fluid into carb 1st Give her a pull, she will probably start right up. This will work in a pinch,But will not "fix" whatever the true problem is. Regards SteveO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnsled Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 If you are looking for someone in the northern GTA area then Discount Marine would be a good place to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 Old trick I've used for years on small engines,Give a couple squirts of Ronsons lighter fluid into carb 1st Give her a pull, she will probably start right up. This will work in a pinch,But will not "fix" whatever the true problem is. Regards SteveO I would recommend this as it will wash the cylinder walls of oil that a 2 cycle needs for lubrication. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docknocker Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 I would recommend this as it will wash the cylinder walls of oil that a 2 cycle needs for lubrication. Thanks for the back up BB I have actually found this to "Cure" the problem but was reluctant to state it. Glad to see someone else on the same page! SteveO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docknocker Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 20 horse Merc 1975 This engine runs very well ONCE it starts. Getting it started after a few days of sitting is a challange. No electric start but it would be nice to add it on. My cuzz and I dont have the physical stamina to pull on it as we both have problems with backs and shoulders. So Im looking for a good marine mechanic that can fix the hard to start problem? Any sudgestions?? GTA area. Fishing rod. Im looking to get a decent light -med to add to my collection . Any sudgustions? 80.00$ MAX.. ??????? Thanks. saltydawg. Salt Dog I'm almost too embarrassed to ask BUT? Have you pulled the plug/s checkeg gap?? and made sure there are no carbon deposits? I'm sure you already have so please disregard these suggestions...........? Steveo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docknocker Posted June 11, 2011 Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 I would recommend this as it will wash the cylinder walls of oil that a 2 cycle needs for lubrication. Lube will be replenished as soon as engine running on supplied fuel(mix) Before that only spark plug fouling and flooding will occur. Lighter fluid will clean out fouling and supply PURE gas/naptha. No added ingredients. Worked for me for years And made me the "Wizard" Give it a try and let us know/ SteveO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted June 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2011 Thanks for your replies. Call me old school but a properly set up engine should not need to be tamppered with in order to start? Unless your standing in -40 degrese.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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