Why does my outboard run without starting fluid?
If I spray some starting fluid (WD-40 etc) into the cylinders and continue to spray directly into the Carb, it will run. But merely seconds after I stop spraying directly into the carb, the engine dies, meaning it’s burning the fluid, and not he fuel.
Is it bad to start engine with starter fluid?
Starter fluid = BAD if it’s ether you’re using. You must log in or register to reply here.
Can a Briggs and Stratton run without starter fluid?
The thing is once it is started it runs perfectly fine without any stuttering. So I am looking for advised before I open up the carburetor, is there something I should tackle first?
What to do if your engine won’t start?
This is on a 2006 Mercruiser 5.0 MPI. Easy fix, but cost a couple bucks. See if the engine will stay running if you throttle up in neutral as soon as you get her running. If so, the it is most likely the IAC.
Why does my lawn mower only start with starting fluid?
A drain plug can’t cost very much. Click to expand… Doesn’t matter if it will run in everything else you own, It could still be classified as bad gas. If this engine has been built since 2015 it could be a fuel quality issue, not bad gas, but off just enough to cause starting issues.
Starter fluid = BAD if it’s ether you’re using. You must log in or register to reply here.
If I spray some starting fluid (WD-40 etc) into the cylinders and continue to spray directly into the Carb, it will run. But merely seconds after I stop spraying directly into the carb, the engine dies, meaning it’s burning the fluid, and not he fuel.
Can a power washer start without starting fluid?
I have a power washer with a briggs and stratton motor i can only get it to start by using starting fluid. What would the issue be? Once it’s ran for awhile i can re-start it without using starting fluid. Thanks for the help. Check the carburetor choke make sure its working properly…!