How to Test Spark Plugs on an Outboard | Outboard Ignition System PT 2 | Boats.net

See how to test the spark plugs on your outboard in this video from boats.net.

This is the second installment of our three-part series covering the ignition system on your outboard.

Part 1: How Does an Outboard Ignition System Work:    • How Does an Outboard Ignition System ...  

Part 3: Troubleshooting an Outboard That Won’t Start:    • Ignition System Troubleshooting | Out...  

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In this video, John will show you how to perform a spark plug test and evaluate the condition of your spark plugs on your outboard. The spark plug’s appearance can give you several clues about your engine: is it running too rich? Too lean? Bad rings? Bad fuel mix on your 2-stroke? We’ll look at how to make sure the spark is getting electricity, how to make sure it’s actually producing a spark, and how to tell if the spark you’re seeing is enough to power your outboard.

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