out with the old in with the newer!

[WinniDave]

I have the 1998 175 Ocean pro and put it thru some paces this weekend. Ran about 45 gallons thru her.

Two issues: 1) Hard to start when warmed up. Found I had to set the advanced trottle lever all the way up, then back down to set the timing? advance. This seemed to work fine after many cough and choke attempts to start a warm engine. That and making sure the primer ball was pumped up. 2) When started, will not idle down. Checked the manual and there is no adjustment, contact the dealer? I know you guys have a better answer than that!

Overall, loved the boat. Got similar gas mileage to my older 1993 120 hp Evinrude on a much smaller and lighter boat. Runs 30 mph @ 3800 rpm fully loaded. WOT is 4900, 40 mph. Seems about right?

Dave C.