saltydog
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6 hp rude
I picked it up cheap, tore it down, cleaned it up, pulled the rope and it started then quickly died. Long story short, i have to squeez the bulb repeatedly to keep it running.
1974
Runs as long as I pump fuel into it
Will not idle no matter what
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/19 20:24:49
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assuming the ball/line is not holding pressure since you have to keep pumping it to keep it running, it sure sounds like you got a leak/pinhole in/from one of the hoses. just sayin'
post edited by **commander** - 2010/07/19 20:51:15
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/19 20:32:29
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I also have a 6 hp rude. got it with my boat. according to the # it was built in 1968. Runs pretty good so far.
Are you sure you have the right mix of gas and oil? Just asking.
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/19 22:08:26
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Guess also is hose or primer bulb. Had similiar problem a few years back...
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RE: 6 hp rude
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 00:23:40
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Salty dog: The fuel system works on a vacum principle. The bulb has a check valve. If there is a pin hole leak, the vacum is broken and the fuel stops flowing. The intake hose or fuel tank fitting could also break the vacum. Change the hoses and bulb abd I would bet the problem is solved. IMO
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 01:57:51
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ORIGINAL: Like2Fish
Salty dog: The fuel system works on a vacum principle. The bulb has a check valve. If there is a pin hole leak, the vacum is broken and the fuel stops flowing. The intake hose or fuel tank fitting could also break the vacum. Change the hoses and bulb abd I would bet the problem is solved. IMO
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 09:38:09
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ORIGINAL: Like2Fish
Salty dog: The fuel system works on a vacum principle. The bulb has a check valve. If there is a pin hole leak, the vacum is broken and the fuel stops flowing. The intake hose or fuel tank fitting could also break the vacum. Change the hoses and bulb abd I would bet the problem is solved. IMO
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 16:31:32
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I had the same problem with a newer merc. Changed the bulb and fuel line, runs like a bear.
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 18:14:02
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Not the fuel lines, just got done changing all of them. Oh well, try the least expensive thing first. Right.
I just priced the fuel pump, almost as expensive as the whole motor.
Will report back after I wrench on it some more.
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 18:21:01
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RE: 6 hp rude
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 19:46:11
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gas cap
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/20 19:52:04
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could be wrong but he MAY have meant that if the vent on the gas cap is closed that the motor will not run. just sayin'
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/21 02:23:25
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I bought a 6 gallon tank for OMC/Evinrude/Johnson last week at an estate sale
I'm putting it up for sale after I get the fumes out of it
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/21 07:53:24
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Did you price the whole fuel pump or is there a rebuild kit available for it...usually just a diaphragm and a few check valves to replace.
Also might need carb. inlet needle and seat if it has been sitting for a long time...maybe a "shock" treatment of seafoam might "help" but not cure/fix it...
I've seen those JohnnyRude fuel connectors get hairline cracks in them and suck air, too.
Hope this helps...
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/21 08:40:19
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Do you see gas around the tank gauge?
If so a gasket may need replaced on the tank.
Just another thing to look at.
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/23 17:25:28
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/23 21:16:26
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The whole pump or did you find a rebuild kit?
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/24 08:33:17
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I put in a whole new pump, but I plan on rebuilding the old one so I have a spare. Runs like a fine swiss time piece.
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/24 12:24:56
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I put in a whole new pump ebay?
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RE: 6 hp rude
2010/07/24 21:55:04
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Yeah, one of Your links. Thanks
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