I’ve got an 03’ 225 Honda and was wondering if there are any mechanics in the area? I used to rely on The Outboard Shop and a few of their mechanics are still around, but I’m open to any recommended persons. Recently, I’m alarming @ 6400 RPMs at about 1/3 trimmed up. The boat is automatically throttled down. The water pump, themostat, and some other stuff has been changed, but I’m still getting the alarm. I normally don’t run that hard, but have had to from time to time, normally 5200 RPMS. Any ideas or suggested persons to contact would be greatly appreciated.
Key West 21’6" BayReef
225 Honda
Tightlines and God Bless
if you are able to turn that many RPMS, you have an issue with your prop.
6000RPMS should be max rpms with average load, and medium to full trim.
sounds like you are activating the rev limiter.
I am a certified outboard mechanic
my guess is, he didnt use to have this issue, and its something new. probably damage to the prop, or something has been added or changed, causing the prop to ventilate
The prop is what we are almost certain on. I put it up on a sandbar awhile back while turning to help someone stranded. Barely got it stuck, but the tide was ripping out and getting dark, so I go a little impatient and used the motor for assistance as we pushed off. The prop did get a little “rough”. Any recommendations for prop cupping or repair? And, thanks for the input and help.
Key West 21’6" BayReef
225 Honda
Tightlines and God Bless