1996 Evinrude 150 Maintenance Series Spark Plug and Thermostat Replacement Part 1 of 3

1996 Evinrude 150 spark plug and thermostate replacement.
You can tell I grew up in the 80's! This is actually a 1996 motor. I called it an 86 by mistake.

[@robfortenberry1]

I have a 1986 Evinrude 130, the procedure in the Clymer’s manual for replacing the thermostats in this model is non-existent. I’ve done a lot of work on my own boats and I couldn’t even identify the thermostats on the 130 without this video (not the same thermostats as the 130, but it put me in ballpark…,) and another that cinched it. Thank you, you saved me a trip to the shop and probably at least $250…

[@bobbygfl]

That’s awesome. So many videos on KZbin have help me like this I’m glad to hear that one of mine helped you!

[@mikepoint4983]

Great video I just bought a 18 ft project boat with a 96 115 ocean pro the motor runs well but changing the thermostats would be a great preventative maintenance project before the summer . I just changed the starter, solenoid and plugs . Cheers

[@bobbygfl]

I just bought thermostats! Doing them next. I wasn’t going to a video on it but I think I will now. Pretty easy but at least people can see what they are getting into. Thanks for the comment!

[@viejitogringo]

I was surprised when you said the gap was .045...I just checked my 1997 factory manual for the same motor and it says .030...for the QL78YC champions. But in any case, nice video!! very informative

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks. I don't actually have the manual and googled the gap. Hummmm. The motor runs fine so I'm going to leave it but I bet you're right.

[@RetiredRick]

i have the same motor but my plugs are QL78YC and gapped at 035 ,was wondering if you made a mistake on the plug number and gap? tia

[@bobbygfl]

That is possible. But I have been using this plug and this gap for over 25 years with no issue. I cannot remember if the first time I had the engine serviced this is what they did or if this is what came with the engine. But that’s what I’ve been using.

[@melvingraham7719]

yes not a good video, it's a great video. all of your videos are awesome! I have also learned enough from you to be dangerous lol! men like you make the world a better place. thank you

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@Jbotwc]

this series saved me 1500 dollars thanks

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@magne920]

Like your videos... got a oceanpro 115 v4 thats very similar except with two less sylinders

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@jeverettjr]

I like your videos. Thanks. I have twin 1995 150 HP Evinrude Ocean Pros...same maintenance as your 1996 Evinrude engine?

[@bobbygfl]

Yes the same. Thanks!

[@mchiefbailey]

Not a good video; a great video. Man, did I learn some procedures. Thank you.

[@bobbygfl]

Thank you!

[@Prydeclub]

Спасибо! Очень помогло в установке термостата.

[@bobbygfl]

Pryde Club Mauritius ??

[@Prydeclub]

YOLOfotos thanks for your video!

[@bobbygfl]

Pryde Club Mauritius thanks for the comment!

[@Jerry-xx8dx]

Prob a stupid question but what was that you put on the spark plugs before putting them back in the motor?

[@bobbygfl]

Anti-seize or grease. I lube the threads with anti-seize which is a product that will enable me to get them out if they rust. Grease seems to work just fine also.

[@AMSJMD]

Question: is this procedure the same with a 150 Johnson Oceanrunner. I have one that probably could use some freshening up

[@bobbygfl]

Should be

[@cristianofigueiredo780]

Hey friend where I can find sierra thermostates rings 18-7143 ? any site that I can buy online?

[@bobbygfl]

Hope you found them.

[@ronaldcarrell]

Did I miss the part where you did the carbs? Also, I have a '91 115. Do you know if it is similar?

[@bobbygfl]

Should be similar hope you figured it out

[@carrysmith2008]

what happends if ur thermostats stay closed & dont open? will the motor over heat?

[@2butaphul4u]

It will overheat

[@bobbygfl]

Yes.

[@darwinguzman2334]

I also have volvo penta high preasurre. fuel pumps ...gasket kits.bearing kits and I also have volvo penta...lower units. in grea shape

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks!

[@tjtheboater95]

What is the corrosion blocker called that you used in this and other videos, thanks

[@bobbygfl]

It’s called corrosion block. You can buy it on Amazon Amazon, white and green can.

[@usvibuddy6525]

Can I ask where you got the carburetor rebuild kit from? I have the same engine and I need some

[@bobbygfl]

Hi. I got it from West Marine.

[@usvibuddy6525]

Thanks! I rebuilt mine last year using this video. She blew up on me 4 months ago so I repowered. No longer have her

[@patrickavila4436]

Where did you order your parts from

[@bobbygfl]

patrick avila west marine

[@desert1cop]

1986 ?

[@bobbygfl]

Nope it's definitely a 96 I think I said 86 by accident

[@williamriley2528]

C'mon man, pull your head out...! 45 Hundredths would be nearly 1/2 an inch! Try 45 Thousandths my friend...! (As in .045")

[@bobbygfl]

William Riley ahhh. Yes, my bad. Thanks

[@darwinguzman2334]

hey my boys I dont know much about boats.. but maybe someone knoes I need to sale alot of boat parts.... A.Y carburators..hit me up... I have all omc johnson evinrude

[@bobbygfl]

Thanks

[@kimberlysmith9625]

Gap is .030

[@bobbygfl]

Kimberly Smith thanks!

[@terrydharris5731]

Why,why the stupid music ??

[@bobbygfl]

Lol. Yes my current videos i skip the stupid music.