Since we are on stories of oddness I have 2.
First, when cruising along at modest rpm, will have a sudden shut down.
Just off. No change in sound, smell, rpm, etc just as if ignition switch
cut out. Suspecting a loose connection I proofed all wires / connections
and we'll test it out cruising
Previous boat
‘79 Nicholson 303
Yanmar 2qm15
320 hrs.
Starts and runs all day. Slowing while approaching a dock-stalls.
Change filters, check for loose fuel lines, change crush washers…..
Approaching a dock….stall. Always while slowing down.
Approaching the fuel dock at Dodson’s was told “I’m
I am out for the first time this season. Engine started right up. Motored out
of harbor for two hours. Turned engine off for a while waiting for wind.
Started back up. Ran for 15-30 sec and died. Started up and ran for a bit
longer then died. Pulled bed to get access and fuel pressure and level
