150 Evinrude Parts Explanation

In this video I’ll explain every part that I know of on this 1996 Evinrude 150 outboard. So many of you have asked questions on what a particular part is on the motor, I thought this video would be a good reference. As always please comment if you catch an error or have any questions. I try to answer every question. Thanks for watching and please subscribe. Your subscription really helps drive the channel’s success.
Crowley Marine is a great source for parts and motor Schematics. Here’s their website:
Www.Crowleymarine.com

[@corychandler3245]

Thank you thank you thank you!!! So much valuable info in which you do an outstanding job with delivery of content , direct to the point not over explaining it’s just spot on. Greg said I found your Chanel

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!!

[@alvinwalker5442]

Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge of the 150 boat motor. I purchased my first boat and your video was so easy to understand. I will continue to follow and share your page. Thanks

[@bobbygfl]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jaredd9206]

Much appriciated. Got mine running today after a little guidance from this video

[@bobbygfl]

Great to hear!

[@coreystout8102]

Want to say Thank You for your motor content. I learned a tremendous amount about my own motor (93 Johnson 150 FastStrike) watching your videos. Our motors are almost identical. Mine shutdown leaving me stranded on the lake last week and i had zero clue where to even start, i'm a new boat owner and bought a 30 yr old bass boat. I was able to diagnose and fix my motor myself in just a few days with the help of your informative videos. Now i can call the mechanic and tell him i'm not coming next week. Thank you good sir!!! If i could get you to dig into that stator next incase i have that issue in the future 😂🤣🤣

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you so much! Comments like this make my day!

[@deanleid9209]

Super job in explaining components of the this engine - which I have recently acquired. This will help greatly in trouble shooting some fuel issues I am having. Bravo Zulu!!

[@bobbygfl]

thank you! please check my playlist on the motor. lots of videos.

[@tigerace351]

Thank you so much for sharing. Just bought my first boat w/ a 2000 Johnson 115. Auto Tech by trade and studying boat/engine repair to keep my stuff running. Awesome and detailed video. Love the content. Subscribed! 👍

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@briananderson6935]

Thanks for sharing. I needed that. I feel a little better

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@anthonytanzi]

Very good overview & explanation

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@rigobertogarcia9584]

Awesome walk through and explanation of components

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!!

[@ddra4126]

wonderful run through, thank you for posting!!!! I see the same components on my 96, 115hp - less 2 cylinders...

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamesblevins4290]

Thanks you’re the man I have 93 have some electric issues smoking out of the top of motor had to unhooked battery cables

[@bobbygfl]

Wow, that’s crazy

[@kenmazza1766]

Great video I have a 1993 150 Johnson. I am not a mechanic either until I bought my boat . I could not stop laughing as you were describing each part because I have replace everything you touched. I have rebuilt my carburetors almost every year I owned this engine. Glad to know there's someone else that has taken the time to do it themselves Great job!

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you! Lol I appreciate that. Anything I can do myself I really try first.

[@kenmazza1766]

@@bobbygfl Do you know of anyone that has found a metal carburetor that would work on a 1993 150 Johnson? I just replaced my bowls in the spring and already have warped would love to get rid of the plastic it cannot hold up to ethanol Many Thanks Ken Mazza

[@kenmazza1766]

I am thinking of painting the bowls with a paint that can with stand ethanol gas What are your thoughts on that and do you know of the best paint to use on the plastic bowls?

[@melthompson8928]

Thank you, your video helped tremendously.

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks

[@Goflyrc2]

Awesome, thanks. Going to watch the carb videos now.

[@bobbygfl]

thank you!

[@timscales5191]

I'm glad I come across your video I have a 150johnson

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@mitchelldranow5069]

Brilliant. I’ve got a 2002 Johnson 150. Same design. I’ve now got much better insight into how it functions.

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@tonygodwin4511]

That was a great video. Thanks so much for doing this, explained alot.

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@craigscott6180]

Great job on the explanation

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@vitaly19]

I wish I saw this video earlier. Awesome video.

[@bobbygfl]

Glad you liked it!

[@David-rv5pt]

Great video. Thanks

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@JdubYa85]

Awesome video

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@damianhughes7034]

Very informative video I have a 2000 johnson 150 your engine looks like mine

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@mikemjw4533]

This video is a gem

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@cootroot5708]

Great video!

[@bobbygfl]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chadwalkup6019]

you were more helpful and more detail than any other video that I’ve watched, I do have a question the shift sensor you talk about, when you push that button it should contact hence the word switch ,from on off so to speak .my point so if you’re testing with a meter you should have ohms or tone when you press the button when you have your leads on both ends of each wire

[@bobbygfl]

Yes and yes. Totally agree. It’s a ground interrupt so ohms would be the best way to test for sure. And thanks!! Many years with motor.

[@cassiopietsch1377]

Meus parabéns! Tenho um motor desse aqui no Brasil e adoro esse motor, agora com o seu video aprendi bastante sobre ele! Abraços meu amigo do Brasil !

[@bobbygfl]

That’s awesome! Thank you!

[@KyrreTamber]

Great as always! Love your clips. Have you found any films about adjusting the timing on this motor? I think mine is firing a bit early after replacing the spark plugs since the original plus were no available.

[@bobbygfl]

I only know what I’ve been told. I haven’t seen a video on it. Evidently you have to remove the spark plug from cylinder one. Rotate the motor until that piston is fully out. And then set the indicator needle and then hook up your light for a reading. I don’t know how it seems very involved. Thanks for the compliment on the video I appreciate it!!

[@garythompson8738]

Outstanding presentation. Own same.

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@jpbravo2012]

This video rocks!!

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@mmaattppllaayy]

Great Video thank you for posting. Would you happen to have the part# or link to the non oiler fuel pump that you swapped out. Definitely want to install on my my 175

[@bobbygfl]

this is the link to the part. thanks for the comment!www.crowleymarine.com/parts/16718.cfm

[@jaymorey932]

Great video. I have a 115 basically same motor minus 2 cylinders everything else seems exactly the same. I was hoping you could give me some information on the vro bypass and also I'm having some spark issues.

[@bobbygfl]

I’m sorry I had a mechanic pull the VRO pump, plug the hose and cut the correct wires to eliminate the buzzer.

[@VetteBiH]

Thank you so much for this info, very helpful, I have same motor. One question for you, I found the air/fuel mixture screws to adjust under the carbs,but does this engine have a idle speed screw and if so where would that be? Thanks

[@bobbygfl]

The only way I know to adjust the idle is by adjusting to stop on the throttle arm which also could require resetting the timing advancement, which is the two bars on the optical wheel. I’ve never had to mess with the idle, so not much help, but Mechanic did say don’t mess with that lol.

[@mialevi1898]

Thank you

[@bobbygfl]

You're welcome

[@chrisboyle4412]

Awesome breakdown of the motor. I have a 95 fast strike 150 V6 & looks the same. The person I bought it from had it sitting for a while. I took it out & did 3 good runs but when I tried to restart it & give it gas threw my hot foot it would just die. Had to wait about 10 minutes to start up again but noticed the gas prime ball was sucked in. So to me it's starving for gas but all I've done is change out the hand prime ball & changed the fuel/water separator. What else should I check. Also all the carburetors have been redone & engine looks like its been taken care of. Thanks for your time

[@bobbygfl]

If you have an anti-siphon valve on the fuel tank that could likely be clogged. I ended up replacing all of my fuel line from the tank to the filter to the bulb to the motor.

[@chrisboyle4412]

Ok I'll give that a try. Thanks again

[@CapnPink28]

If you premix your fuel, do you have to disconnect the VRO before you run the engine? I just bought my first big engine bass boat….and when I fired it for the first time in 10 years, I’m getting a “no oil” light and alarm at the tach. Any info would be helpful….I have drained the oil and refilled the tank, but I haven’t mixed any fuel yet. When I go to test it, I was going to add enough for 50:1 mix if I ended up with the same alarm.

[@bobbygfl]

Yes, if you mix the oil you need to disconnect and put a jumper between two wires to trick the ignition to think that the pump is functioning. I’m sorry I can’t help you with which wires. I did not actually do this. Mechanic did it for me.

[@umop3plsdn3dlus]

Dude. WINNING. working on a 91/175. Nowhere in the Seloc manual does it explicitly tell me what the tabs at 8:01 are. Ive been going nuts trying to find it, but its hard to google something you dont know the name of lol. I knew it had to do with timing!

[@bobbygfl]

Awesome! Thank you very much for the compliment and comment!

[@Leapexer]

Did you do a video on removing and replacing the flywheel cover to replace the bendix

[@bobbygfl]

I feel like I did, but I just went through all my videos from that playlist and I don’t see anything. I recall cracking the timing wheel trying to get it off and I had to buy a new one. Fortunately it goes back on exactly the same way because of the keyway and I thought I remembered talking about that on camera. Check out my oldest maintenance videos, maintenance 1 2 and 3 maybe it’s in there. if I didn’t, it’s pretty basic you just remove all the screws that timing wheel and then the linkage that goes over to the throttle assembly once you pull that plastic cover off the bendex just sits in its place. Good luck.

[@user-gk7hc6jn1w]

Great Video! I'm debating on weather or not to change over from the VRO to the non oiler. A few questions if you don't mind... 1. What ratio did you elect to use when mixing oil and fuel? 2. Which brand oil are you running for premix? 3. Do you have to change the spark plugs more often since you deleted the VRO? Thanks in Advance!! Justin

[@bobbygfl]

I mix 50 to 1 religiously and I use quicksilver premium plus two-stroke oil religiously I’ve been using it for many years. I also use 1 ounce of Yamalube per 10 gallons. And no the plugs do not foul at all actually. I never ran this motor for a very long with the the VRO system. I removed it before I even ran the boat for the first time I think so I wouldn’t know. Thanks for the questions. Hope they help.

[@dmitriy1838]

Can you please send a link for this non oiler pump? Or where did you get it?

[@franciscoperna7963]

I resent bought a boat that's got the same engine as you . I never work on outboards. I do car engines . I have watch just about everything you done on it. Very good information. I have done the plugs, clean the fuel system put a treatment in gas tank with 100% gasoline. My issue is she dyes at idle . To me it appears ether my low idle jet is plug on one of the carburetors or my idle is set to low🤔 This boat was set up for a year before I got it. I ran it for 4 hrs in the water she runs strong just when in idle or trying to put it in gear she dyes on me . I also think before I go taking carbs apart and rebuild I should run the rest of that tank I plan to increase the idle just a bit it just may solve the problem . If that don't work then I will do the carbs rebuild . I also see the right side is not as easy and I did not get to see you taking of the side bottom colent cover because of the video speed when you was doing that video. Thank you so much for your videos it make me feel more comfortable about tackling any issues on it . To me it looks like a big weed eater engine with a cooling system lol So any advice you can give me or correct me will be appreciated.

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks for the kind words and watching the videos!! Could be the floats are not bent perfectly level. If there is not enough fuel in the bowl it’ll stall when dropping rpm. Could also be dirt in the vacuum channels. When at idle the vacuum suction is much less to get the fuel to flow. Any little debris will stall it. I’d start with a complete carb rebuild new bowls and all and go from there. Good luck!!

[@franciscoperna7963]

@@bobbygfl thank you for the advice sir. That's the plan I already go. I also order a repair manual is not like a Chilton 😡 hell I don't even know if you can get one will your specific engine any more 😤 now days they got a few different engines in one manual I HATE THAT it can confused you and do more harm then good.

[@jesseheflin9152]

I needed this! Hi so any idea why after running perfectly high throttle for 5-10 min I suddenly lose 1/2 throttle? Also the telltale seems to spit air and water the faster I go… I thought I lowered the motor on the transom to next mounting hole, but haven’t tested it on the water yet. I’ve got 1999 ocean pro 115. Looks exactly the same but a v4

[@MikeSmith-nu9wt]

Water in fuel ? Some kind of fuel problem ? Maybe the primer bulb or quick connect ..just guessing , by what mine do and what I've seen with them .

[@bobbygfl]

Carbs I bet

[@idahoanm618]

can you explain where the the hoses go? I see a tee from the hose that comes off the air box, where do they go as well any other hoses. I recently picked up a 1992 150 EXEN and the hoses were just laying in the motor compartment. Needless to say it does not run very well...

[@bobbygfl]

I can’t really explain it without showing you pictures maybe pause on the video. I can’t say the one side of the hose you’re talking about just sit in the air box. It doesn’t attached to anything.

[@joshsmith8678]

Awesome video! I recently got myself a 1994 150 fast strike model. Rebuilt the carbs, new spark plugs, got it running very well when its out of the water with water hose/muffs. When I have it in the water at the boat ramp, it has a hard time starting/staying running. Eventually I can get it to run, but it only will run just enough speed to get to plane. Immediately, motor shuts off. Wondering why its having such a hard time when the lower unit is submerged, but not when the water hose/muffs are on? If you have an opinion, Id be happy to hear it. Thanks in advance.

[@bobbygfl]

The only thing I can think of is the tilt angle. Try running it trimmed up a little bit so the carbs are level. You know what I mean generally the transom causes the motor to lean backwards, which you cannot really replicate on a trailer. If the motor runs fine when it’s trimmed up, then your floats is where I would start. Could be flooding.

[@joshsmith8678]

@@bobbygfl I’ll give it a go and get back with you, I have a new priming bulb showing up tomorrow that I’m also going to try.

[@EnoobBkcaj]

Nice video,, but for clarity, 2:24. These hoses are not coolant lines. They are fuel recirculating lines. There are 6 check values on each bank inside the intake manifolds. With pressure, the excess fuel/oil from the block is sent back to the carbs to be reused. The check valves make sure it only flows one way and are the size of a pencil eraser. You have to take the manifolds of to get at them.

[@bobbygfl]

thank you again! appreciate the info. always learning..Please consider subscribing :)

[@tinakendall5018]

Great video! Can you provide the part number or video of replacing the VRO pump?

[@CARLOSSRAD2001]

Do you have the service manual to download?

[@bobbygfl]

I do not have the manual. Wish I did!

[@danramzinski2957]

You say you’re not a mechanic. I think you’re getting pretty close to being one!

[@bobbygfl]

Lol. Thanks!

[@steveleston1848]

excellent video I have a 04 175hp do you have a test procedure for the voltage rectifier?

[@bobbygfl]

I don’t. My only fix is to replace it. If you tack is jumping around it’s likely going bad.

[@steveleston1848]

@@bobbygfl my engine has been sitting winterized before upsidedown world so over 3 years. now she won't start no spark on any cylinder. even after new optical sensor an power pack thanks.kzbin.infoq3QSN6Z6Szw

[@steveleston1848]

@@bobbygfl I replaced power pack an optical eye still not getting spark an she won't start. kzbin.infoq3QSN6Z6Szw

[@americafirst9945]

Does the float bowl above the VRO pump get pump out by the vsp pump? Replaced lines and vro pump with a non oil vro and carb bowls still not getting enough fuel. Runs fine if pumping the bulb. Ran on separate tank and same problem. Checked vsp diagram and looks ok little stretched but no tears.. stumped 🤔

[@bobbygfl]

Hummm. I’d explore adjusting that float above the pump. Also is the bulb new? I had a bad bulb once that restricted flow unless pumping. I’d use a yahama branded bulb. Also is the hose from the bulb to the motor new?

[@americafirst9945]

@@bobbygfl yes all lines are new except the one that runs from inside the cowling to the vro pump. I’m going order a Yamaha bulb just to be certain. I’ll double check the float and get back to you

[@americafirst9945]

@@bobbygflHey buddy just a update. Finally found the issue I replaced vapor pump assembly and that fixed my fuel issue. Must of be cracked I replaced the diaphragm and it improved then went back fuel starvation. Replaced the whole unit and now it’s running like a top. Thanks

[@EnoobBkcaj]

22:34, the electronic choke does not maximize the fuel to the rails as mentioned. There are two small tubes that come out of the back side of that primer solenoid. One goes to the left bank, one to the right. If you want to know if your primer solenoid is pushing fuel to the engine, simply disconnect the hose where it enters the engine, prime your fuel ball, engage the key switch and look to see if fuel comes out of the hose. To check for a hose restriction, turn the red lever upward. This is the manual way to choke, and see if fuel comes out of the hose.

[@bobbygfl]

thank you, i did not know this.

[@tannermiller3031]

Correct. It's not a "choke" at all. It's a fuel primer.

[@michaelhenry550]

1995 evinrude intruder compression from top to bottom right to left. 125/120 120/120 110/100. How does that sound for a cold compression test?

[@bobbygfl]

In my experience, it’s more about the uneven Ness than the actual compression. Once you get below a certain point. Ranging from 125 to 100 seems like it is a problem

[@RetiredRick]

awesome video, my question is , is the fuel filter behind that white plastic looking piece in the video time of 22'58? tia

[@bobbygfl]

The primary fuel filter is an external one mounted on the transom before the fuel even gets to the priming bulb. There is a screen style conical filter behind that assembly you’re talking about I believe.

[@RetiredRick]

Thanks my boat runs on idol but when i give it gas it dies. Like its starving for gas.

[@bobbygfl]

Does the bulb collapse or does it run if you squeeze the bulb?

[@RetiredRick]

I changed the fuel line it was the problem. Thanks

[@bobbygfl]

Great!

[@richardboyd4232]

Where did you get the non oiler fuel pump ? Thanks Richard

[@bobbygfl]

A local parts shop. The boat house. Cape Coral Fl

[@MikeSmith-nu9wt]

My trim and tilt from controls is male and so is the tilt and trim on the motor ? Now i know this is 2023 and i heard about all the confusion on identity, but im old fashion , i need a female adapter or something ? I really dont wanta cut the factory plugs , my local dealer dont know nothing , he thought they were two wire ? 😂 i need advice on this one ??

[@bobbygfl]

You’ll need to cut them in my opinion. If you found a female plug you would have to cut that it, so just use single wire plug terminators and call it a day. Here is a link. www.westmarine.com/ancor-heat-shrink-disconnects-P003882313.html

[@controlledchaos721]

Hopefully you can answer my question 2 yrs later lol. My exact motor will die 15 minutes after putting in then won't start for awhile. But when it does finally want to start back up a bunch of dark smoke comes out. Any ideas why it's just shutting off while driving. I'm lost. Appreciate any help

[@bobbygfl]

Sounds like flooding. The floats may need to be adjusted so the close the valve when the bowls are full. The stalling and not starting for a while then black smoke once it does all point to too much fuel. I’d start by rebuilding the carbs. I have a video on that in this sane playlist. Hope that helps!

[@controlledchaos721]

@@bobbygfl rebuilt the carbs already. So would a line be clogged somehow then. I'm taking all the lines off tomorrow and digging in. Thanks man. I appreciate the response

[@bobbygfl]

@@controlledchaos721 I think I would turn my attention to the fuel pump. If you still have the the VRO system, they make a replacement fuel pump, eliminating the oiler.

[@336MiniMafia]

Will this motor run from just a jump start? Or does it need continuous battery supply to stay running?

[@bobbygfl]

It’ll run if the battery is disconnected I think. Never tried but nothing is run off the battery after starting.

[@sixtoreinoso793]

Bobby, I have the same motor, and for some reason, it is having the following issue: it starts right up and idles in gear, but as soon as I give it gas, it stalls. Any idea what could be causing this?

[@bobbygfl]

Have you rebuilt to carbs? I’d start there.

[@RetiredRick]

hey bobby i need the part where the gas line from the primer bulb and the oil line from oil tank hooks at the motor ,its a plastic part with #335626 on it . i dont know what its called and cant seem to find it no where online? hope you can help me...tia

[@bobbygfl]

Can you tell me what time the part is in this video?

[@RetiredRick]

Thanks bobby , i found it on ebay and will order it 👍

[@leighyarnall7346]

hi mate what of gas milage do you get out of v6 cheers lee

[@bobbygfl]

The mileage is terrible. I can’t tell you how much I burn but compared to a four stroke it’s awful.

[@bobcollum1413]

My starter will not engauge like it is in gear no power on solenoid. any suggestion?

[@bobbygfl]

Hot wire leads to it bypassing the solenoid and see if it kicks over. If it does then go to the solenoid or the ignition switch. Try process of elimination.

[@jigjigginfool5337]

I have a '96 150hp v6 Evinrude, all of a sudden the tach quit working. I have 3 question, 1st will the tach not working disable the engine lights? 2nd, will the engine still run safely without the tach working? and 3rd, do you have a link to help troubleshoot my issue? Thanks in advance.

[@bobbygfl]

Yes it’ll work. It’s likely the rectifier. I thought for sure I needed to replace my tachometer, but once I replace the rectifier, it started working perfectly. There’s no problem running the motor with the tachometer not working.

[@jigjigginfool5337]

@@bobbygfl, Thank you Sir for your reply. I've been told parts are hard to come by, or very expensive. Are they trying to sell a new motor?

[@kevinfriend3514]

What is that other off-white looking thing under the fuel filter that plugs into the motor

[@bobbygfl]

Can you tell me the minutes and seconds that you’re talking about

[@EnoobBkcaj]

@@bobbygfl that is the vacuum pressure switch

[@on1ytheb3st]

Do you have a part # for that Non-oiler fuel pump? Or is that just your factory VRO/OMS pump converted to not draw oil?

[@bobbygfl]

I’ll need to look. Please check out my other videos in this playlist, I thought I included the part number in one of the videos.

[@on1ytheb3st]

Do those little ball bearing BBs on the carb bowls not vent to atmosphere or something.why would they include them in the design if you should just epoxy over it?

[@bobbygfl]

@@on1ytheb3st they do not. The way they manufactured them was part machined part injection molded. In order to allow fuel to pass through they drilled in from the side. Then in order to seal the hole they inserted the ball bearing as a plug. It holds up for about a year and then starts leaking. Even with the epoxy, they some will eventually leak. It’s an unfortunate design. I guess it would cost too much or it’s impossible to create that void in the injection mold without drilling it from the side.

[@on1ytheb3st]

@@bobbygfl our 2004 Bombardier still has all of the BBs in place and it’s likely the original carb bowls. Even with the BBs in place can they leak? I guess I’ll use some JB weld this afternoon while I have access to them; I’m replacing the OMS/VRO for a normal fuel pump.

[@bobbygfl]

@@on1ytheb3styou can’t go wrong sealing them up. Just wipe with acetone to make sure clean as possible. I’d use a q tip to clean then lightly sand to give the jb weld something to hold on to.

[@ricardorocha7919]

Hello my friend, I’m Ricardo from Brazil, can you help me? I need to eletrical diagram to evinrude 150hp do you have? Thanks mate

[@bobbygfl]

I do not. Try Crowley marine. .com

[@luie302]

How similar is this engine to an 97 evinrude 115 intruder?

[@bobbygfl]

Same set up

[@damianhughes7034]

Do u know the part number for that fuel pump

[@bobbygfl]

I’m sorry I do not let me look through my paperwork, and if I can find it, I will reply again

[@damianhughes7034]

Thank you

[@MikeSmith-nu9wt]

Everyone is acting wierd ? I got a new Johnson , ive been trying to show everyone my johnson ? They run from me ? I cant even get them to the dock ? Im gonna put it on a trailer and run around and show everyone my johnson ? 😂

[@bobbygfl]

Lol. Don’t have that problem with evinrudes

[@williammcknight79]

I was messing with my high speed/ low speed adjustment and don't remember where it was set at... does that affect my timing?

[@bobbygfl]

I think it does. I’m not sure though

[@dsciarrino3663]

The you

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks