Johnson outboard bogs down

[badboards]

I hated running it that far like that but at 6 miles per hour it runs fine when it's doing that. As for the fuel pump it's an after market pump and yes they do that but the new pump did the same thing. They don't make the OEM anymore.

[Captainhooked]

Did you check the vent on your fuel tank and make sure it’s operating properly?

[rickerd]

Mark at Outboard Motor Service is who you are referring to. Call him and let him know whats going on. If you get there during the week, or on Friday, he can usually have things diagnosed to let you know how to proceed. Mark only works on Johnson Evinrude brands.

Also, Lee's Outboard Motor Service, (419) 734-1115 is also in PC. Lee used to work for Mark and knows those engines well too. He also is certified for Yamis and Mercs if I remember. I trust both of them with my engines a 200hp and a 115hp on another boat.

I would replace all fuel lines and bulb, emply water filter and replace that filter if not new this year first. Then you can pinpoint if a tank issue, or motor issue. If you have been running gas with ethanol, those lines might give you 7 years or so before they are Chit. I don't run ethanol in my boats any longer.

Rickerd