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Engine runs fine at idle but bogs down / loses power under full throttle load?
Troubleshoot an outboard that idles normally but bogs or loses power under load by checking fuel flow, ignition, propeller load and engine protection systems.
Why does my motor smoke heavily after start-up? 2-stroke oil mix problem?
Heavy two-stroke smoke can result from cold-start enrichment, excess oil, stale fuel, incorrect premix or a lubrication-system fault. Use this diagnostic guide.
How do I pick the correct propeller pitch & diameter for my HP outboard? Speed vs load trade-off?
Choose an outboard propeller by matching engine fitment and wide-open-throttle RPM, then balance pitch, diameter, blades, acceleration, load and top speed.
