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rlskhs
Aug 25, 2012, 06:11 PM
This is a 1967, 3 hp Johnson outboad motor. It runs, but won't gain revs unless I hold my finger over the air intake to restrict the airflow. What do I need to do to operate normally without restricting the airflow?

smoothy
Aug 25, 2012, 08:16 PM
Your carb needs cleaned well because it has excessive varnish build up from leaving fuel in it long term.

crigby
Aug 26, 2012, 05:33 PM
Hi,
Find your air leak. It is getting air from somewhere else.
Peace,
Clarke