"Short Wave Sportfishing" wrote in message
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Got a question for you.

Somebody I know has a early 2000 200 FICHT like mine. He has about
450 hours on it according to the computer. Lately (like the last
couple of years), he has had a series of problems with the engine -
seems like he will go 5/6 hours trouble free, then an oiling problem.
Another 5/6 hours, electrical problem (stator). Another 5/6 hours,
fuel delivery problem - some will repeat, some will not.


If the problems are related or re-occur, then the root cause is not fixed.
Unrrelated problems can be aggravating and sometimes motors will have a
series of strange problems, then when fixed, the motor will be fine for
years. It doesn't matter what make, model, or year, all motors can exhibit
multiple problems, even when 5 years old. The computer will only record
certain electrical malfunctions, and should not be considered a "know it
all", a good tech still has to troubleshoot and check the basics, just like
any motor.

Stator problems on that motor are super rare, did the batteries have wing
nuts on them? Too small a capacity?

Sorry, I can't be much help, just make sure the motor is propped for the top
of the rpm range, 6000 rpm, with a normal load, and that the exhaust
pressure sensor has been removed and cleaned recently. I still service
FICHTs like that with over 2000 hours on them, and they are still working
for the commercial crabbers, fisherman, law enforcement, and tow boats.

Bill Grannis
service manager