2001 200 efi not cranking over very well.

[bassnfool70]

2001 200 efi serial# ot390682 rebuilt powerhead last year.when I go to crank the engine over after the initial start there is like there is no juice the first couple of tries then on the 3rd try it usually starts but barely, I had a similar issue last year so I replaced the battery and that seem to help. I took the boat out today and had it happen on 2 different occasions and once the boat was underway seemed to struggle getting on plane. Do we think it's a battery issue, a starter issue or something else thanks.

[leonreno]

I would check the cables/connections first, at the battery and motor, check the cables for interior corrosion. Also check the battery is fully charged and make sure once running its being charged.

[Daretofish]

Did you figure it out? my 2002 200hp EFI did that and starter was replaced to fix it.

[bassnfool70]

I found a top bolt off the stater had fallen out it definitely helped but still not 100% the battery I put in is not quite right even though it tested ok.

[JOE54]

starter should not affect performance unless hung in flywheel , replace batt and starter, enjoy outings