checked engine and found a bolt had came out from the reed valve plate and engine started spitting back between the 2 bottom carbs. replaced the bolt and carried to lake. with 4 people in boat this thing will jump out of the hole and he ha turned it 5300 no problem may have to go up to a 25. problem solved thanks guys for all your help and hope you catch a big un still looking for a steering cable for my 89 sabre think it is a 11 1/2
