Hey guys,
I was going to PM Fred but figured I would post up in case this can help anyone in the future. I bought a 92 Stratos w/ a Rude 175 Intruder for my dad. Got it out this weekend and having a few issues. I think I know what is wrong and know Ill get it fixed, but figured Id post here for some OMC guru opinions and for others to read up on.
Model # VE175GLENC
Yesterday during a run the volt meter dropped to 12 volts, and the tach would not work/read at idle but still read while on plane (although I dont know if it was correct, but it was close). I confirmed the dash gauge was reading correctly with my multi-meter, so I def have a charging issue. My initial thought is the voltage regulator, but will confirm tomorrow night when I get the service manual out and do some testing. Second on my educated guess list is the stator. What do you think guys?
Also, sometimes when you fire it up, or when you are in gear and give it some gas it peters out and dies. Def a fuel issue as pushing the key helps, but doesnt always save it, esp if its when Im in gear and adding throttle. Pump ball back up and she is good, until it happens again sometimes in 1 min, sometimes after a couple runs. Put on new ball, no change. Checked carbs and seems to be some seepage at the bowls. My thought is air is being sucked in to the bowls causing the issue. Tomorrow Im going to take them off and check them. I have a few spares so any that are warped bad will be changed, even if I have to buy new ones. Any other guesses? BTW she runs very strong and like a top once on plane.
Thanks for any input. And running one of these engines again reminds me why they are such great outboards!