this is what i figured happened; the motor seized because the oil pump failed. now what i mean by failed is that it broke and caused a bind in the gear assembly causing the motor to stop.i didn't take ...
well after talking with the mrs! she feels that it would be beneficial for her to have the oil pump operational, as she doesn't really how to mix the proper ratio. she just wants to turn key an go!!!
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Well finally after tearing apart the motor, found the oil pump gear on the crank to be at fault. so a new one is on order. i will be mixing the gas after the rebuild.
Hey ya a manual would be helpful. I have a 2005 year engine. S/N 0E427793. It's pretty common for this engine?! If so than ya i certainly will by pass the oil pump and start mixing. What's up with the ...
story line: boat in the water for the first time this season. did pre-season checks and service prior to launch. got no more than 5 km when engine stopped abruptly. found crank to be seized. freed by ...