Spent today on stripping down the outboard carburetor as I had neglected to winterize it at the end of last season. It started first time out of the cupboard, but wouldn’t idle, The petrol was amazingly, in good condition in that it hadn’t evaporated off.
On removing the carburetor resevoir bowl it soon became apparent what was wrong. I’ve never seen this type of problem before. There was a clear jelly like substance in the bowl. about the consistency of jam. and of course it was in the jets and everywhere. Every part had to be taken apart cleared and put back. It could really have done with a spell in an ultrasonic cleaning tank but I don’t have one of those.
Anyway, my efforts had the desired effect, and it’s now running smoothly.
Some last fitting jobs down at the boatyard and then emptying all none essentials from the cabin ready for launch in the morning.
4 Kidneys and a Wonky Leg 