I will start from the top,
I replaced the stator recently, along with that I replaced the rectifier since I was informed that it would be better to replace with the stator. Now before replacing the stator it would somewhat idle. I decided to check the carbs after a rebuild and I have the floats adjusted wrong. I now have them adjusted per the manual (float height is level with gasket with carb inverted) I can start the motor and it will shut off after a few seconds. I can push the key in and the rpms will raise but it would still shut off, just longer till it does. What could be the issue? The carbs have been rebuilt and cleaned thoroughly. Its strange the it idled before
It is a 96 175 Johnson Fast strike. Model number is J175GLEDB.
It will not staying running if you pump the bulb.
I can keep it running if I push the key in every so often.
Spark is good, compression is good, carbs were cleaned twice. I adjusted the float bowls to spec. I set everything up by the manual. I doubt its the VRO pump just because it worked fine before and I put my hand over each carb while running and fuel comes out.
Idle mixture screws are turned out 5 turns. I tried going out a 1/4 turn but didnt really change much.
I tried a few things late last night and it will run on a cold start. As soon as it warms up and idles down, it starts to shut off unless I push the key in. I tried pumping the primer bulb and it doesnt help at all. The only thing that keeps it running is pushing the key in. I ordered a rebuild kit for the solenoid because it is leaking slightly when you push the key in only. But could that actually cause the motor to shut off when its warm?