All engines need to be run regularly. Old fuel is a problem and it turns to jello and will no longer flow after some months. If a new carb got her running, perhaps a new fuel line will do the rest. I recently had that same difficulty with a snow blower. Fuel line if the cheapest thing ya can replace, try that first. Fred Tug 44 ---------------------------------------- From: "circumnavigate06" <circumnavigate06@bellsouth.net> Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 8:32 AM To: great-loop@lists.trawlering.com Subject: GL: small outboard problems I have a looper at anchor behind my home. He was awaiting weather to cross to the Bahamas when his 10 year old 4 stroke, 4 hp Mercury outboard failed to start. He asked if he could set it up in my yard until he figured out the problem. Since then he has installed a NEW carburetor. It now starts, but stops after about 15 seconds. I have no ideas for him - perhaps somebody in this group can help him out, or I will have to take him to a mechanic, which both of us are reluctant to do. Any ideas fellows? Tommy ________________