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Old 17 August 2012, 14:24   #1
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Suzuki 60 - 2003 - loss of power!!

Hi All

Can you help?

My engine is not firing on all cyclinders, well, that's what seems to be the issue.

What should I check first:
Plugs
HT leads
Fuel
and what am i looking for.......!!


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Old 17 August 2012, 14:36   #2
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Check for a spark first
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Old 17 August 2012, 15:41   #3
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Thanks

Once the rain stops that will be the first thing I'll get on with

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Old 18 August 2012, 09:38   #4
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Hi

after the sparks check fuel lines and filter, check HT leads, if that does not help clean carbs. oh and I am taking it for granted that you battery is ok.

good luck

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A cracked plug was the cause in mine once. When was it last serviced?
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Old 18 August 2012, 23:36   #6
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Hi All

Can you help?

My engine is not firing on all cyclinders, well, that's what seems to be the issue.

What should I check first:
Plugs
HT leads
Fuel
and what am i looking for.......!!


Thanks
You are looking for a needle in a haystack!!

We have a similar problem on a Yamaha 75, bottom cylinder not firing, we checked everything, plugs, coils, leads, wiring, CDI unit, compression test, reed valves, carbs stripped and cleaned and we STILL have a problem! Powerhead off tomorrow, suspected crankshaft seals.
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have you checked the fuel pump diaphragm? they can split and fill the crank case with fuel......
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