Recent content by Bel-Ami

Hi Walt, Yes, the switch I'm using is a common battery isolator switch, similar to the Perco. It sounds almost like you have the same as the problem I had. - After changing the isolator switch and replacing the battery connections, the problem was solved. (I also checked all harnesses and...

Hi There Walt, I had a problem with the oil warning system on my '99 Yam 130 BETOL. My problem was a bad connection in the electrical system. One thing I hadn't checked was the battery isolator switch, (I installed it a long time ago as a safety measure). I took it out and dismantled it, (a...

Hi there Seasick, Curmugeon and Ocnsir, Guys, I just wanted to say a massive thank you to you and the guys on the forum, for your most valued advice on the Grady forum. It is so gratifying to know that there are folks that are so willing to spend time assisting fellow boaters. – THANK...

Hi Seasick, Another possibility was that when I removed and dismantled the battery cut-off switch, it had corrosion in it and I'm sure this was also causing low voltage to add to the problem. I'll let you know what the test results are on the lake. Thanks again! Dennis. :)

Hi Seasick and the Guys, Thank you so much for the assistance and advice! I think I may have found the problem! I checked the remote oil tank sender unit along with the main engine tank sender and all the other harnesses and connections using an ohm meter. All checked out OK until I got to the...

Hi Seasick. Thank you so much for your knowledgeable reply. Tonight I am going to check out all the wiring and harnesses on the boat and also the sensor as you mentioned. I will let you know the results on the forum. Thanks again for your valuable input. :)

Hi Curmugeon and Ocnsir, Thank you so much for your erudite reply. I have changed that little oil filter under the remote tank, but the problem is still there! Where would I find the flow sensor? Any other suggestions? Thanks again, :? Bel-Ami

Hi All, I am new to the forum. Could somebody please help diagnose a problem with a 1999 Yamaha 130 BETO two-stroke-cycle outboard engine 205 hours on the clock. After fitting fuel pump kit, plugs, new oil filters, new thermostats, new primer bulb and new fuel filter and fresh oil, it runs like...

Hi All, I am new to the forum. Could somebody please help diagnose a problem with a 1999 Yamaha 130 BETO two-stroke-cycle outboard engine 205 hours on the clock. After fitting fuel pump kit, plugs, new oil filters, new thermostats, new primer bulb and new fuel filter and fresh oil, it runs like...