OMC/Zephyr Saildrive -- Throttle Problems

Apr 24, 2007
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Oday 25 Chicago, IL
Hi. I have an O'Day 25 with an OMC Zephyr Saildrive. The engine seems to be working fine -- good spark, good compression, all good. But last summer, I'd push the throttle forward and get less RPM. Yesterday, bringing her down to her summer harbor, when I started the motor, it started fine, idled for a while, then stopped. The throttle handle seems to be very loose. When I tightened the Idle Speed Adjustment Screw, by where the throttle control lever is linked on the starboard side of the bottom of the power head, she starts up, revs a bit, then dies. Any thoughts on fixing this problem? Thanks.
 
Nov 6, 2006
9,893
Hunter 34 Mandeville Louisiana
Sounds like fuel supply problem.. dirty/plugged fuel filter, carb jets plugged, bad fuel pump.. minor air leak (fitting or hose) between the tank and the pump