Old Evinrude running rough?

[Larryrsf]

I think it is running better all the time. I had it out today for nearly 2 hours. Tomorrow I will try to adjust the idle slower and also lube up the throttle mechanisms so that it always returns fully to the idle setting stop. I suspect it has been sticking slightly open.

If it won't keep running when shifting into gear while running at the design slow idle speed, I will take action.

Right now while my trailer is being rebuilt, I have no choice but to work on my outboard engine in place, on the boat in the slip in a marina. I can't pull it out of the water and even if I did, NO mechanic will work on the carbs during this busiest time of the year for them. Lets be practical. We have only these few months of ideal weather. It would be really silly to sacrifice them while working on the boat motor.

Thanks for your advice. I know it is well-intentioned.

Larry