Boat
Have Boat Questions? Ask a Boat Repair Expert.
Connect one-on-one with {0} who will answer your question
Answered in 10 minutes by:
8/2/2017
VerifiedYes, you can tee off of the main fuel line and run a second line to the kicker. Make sure you add a primer ball to the kicker line to act as a one way valve and keep the main engine from pulling fuel away from the kicker.
How JustAnswer works
Describe your issueThe assistant will guide you
Chat 1:1 with a marine mechanicLicensed Experts are available 24/7
100% satisfaction guaranteeGet all the answers you need
Related Boat Questions
2017 four stroke 9.9 pro kicker with electric start has
2017 four stroke 9.9 pro kicker with electric start has become hard to start. Replaced plugs and external fuel line. Prime bulb, push in key choke and even push button at throttle and throttle forward… read more
Ted G.
Marine Mechanic
Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho
4,761 satisfied customers
I have a 9.9 4 stroke mercury for a kicker motor on my
I have a 9.9 4 stroke mercury for a kicker motor on my little boat. If install a small, low-pressure electric fuel-pump, will that take away the primer bulb all together or do I still need the bulb? … read more
Jason
Marine Mechanic
24,583 satisfied customers
I have an older (1970s mercury 9.9 4 stroke outboard motor i
i have an older (1970s mercury 9.9 4 stroke outboard motor i have previously used as a kicker for fishing. i haven't used it in yearsl, but it is in good shape, and had little use. … read more
Yachtwork
Marine Engineer
3,680 satisfied customers
I have a 2017 ranger 621 with a 300 4stroke and a mercury
I have a 2017 ranger 621 with a 300 4stroke and a mercury 9.9 4 stroke...I have smart gauges with troll control, I was wondering if the troll control is connected to the kicker or just the main engine… read more
Jason
Marine Mechanic
24,583 satisfied customers
Wow are you a real person? Well I am taking my Lund alaskan
Well I am taking my Lund alaskan to a 8500 elevation lake in CO. I was wondering how my 9.9 4 stroke 2013 mercury Bigfoot kicker will do at this altitude … read more
Jason
Marine Mechanic
24,583 satisfied customers
1997 Mariner 9.9 4 stroke outboard wont start unless i use
1997 Mariner 9.9 4 stroke outboard wont start unless i use starting fluid and then runs for about 3 seconds and dies. has been drained and stored for the winter. fuel line seems to be losing or no pre… read more
Ted G.
Marine Mechanic
Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho
4,761 satisfied customers
Just came across this site. Don't know how it works. 2013
Just came across this site. Don't know how it works. … read more
Charles
Certified Mercury Tech
5,752 satisfied customers
I bought a brand new 2017 bay liner vr6 with a four stroke
Hi I bought a brand new 2017 bay liner vr6 with a four stroke 150 mercury outboard on doesn't go past 20 mph struggles and waist to much gas unfortunately my dealer once he got his money from the bank… read more
Charles
Certified Mercury Tech
5,752 satisfied customers
Mercury 9.9 pro kicker2010-2013 no problemsLast two years
Mercury 9.9 pro kicker 2010-2013 no problems Last two years constant headaches. Would run only at high RPM...had carb cleaned twice 150$ each time. Third time replaced bulb, fuel lines, installed Merc… read more
Jason
Marine Mechanic
24,583 satisfied customers
I switched motors and put the 2003 125 hp Mercury on my Targa.
I switched motors and put the 2003 125 hp Mercury on my Targa. So I decided to also replace my kicker motor because I don't want to carry a can of mixed fuel. My question: I bought a 1990 Yamaha 9.9 4… read more
Charles
Certified Mercury Tech
5,752 satisfied customers
Hi, Im looking for a second hand Honda 9.9 4 stroke to install
Hi, I'm looking for a second hand Honda 9.9 4 stroke to install beside my 100 hp as a backup. Is there anything I should know and look for this type of motor? Any bad years to avoid? Any other suggest… read more
Charles
Certified Mercury Tech
5,752 satisfied customers
Mercury 150 four stroke: I have a 2013 mercury 150 four stroke On
I have a 2013 mercury 150 four stroke On the lake today when I went to give it full throttle it would start to cut out at 2200 rpm sounded like it as missing real bad. I noticed my trim gauge not work… read more
Charles
Certified Mercury Tech
5,752 satisfied customers
I have a 12 ft. Valco Aluminum skiff. Will a 9.9 HP 4 stroke
I have a 12 ft. Valco Aluminum skiff. Will a 9.9 HP 4 stroke outboard provide enough power to plane the boat?… read more
Jason
Marine Mechanic
24,583 satisfied customers
i have a 2008 9.9 merc 4 stroke that i have tried to fun on
i have a 2008 9.9 merc 4 stroke that i have tried to fun on 2 different boat via direct gas line hook up from boats main gas tank.on both boats motor runs well for 5 min. then loses prime.current boat… read more
Jeremy R.
5,362 satisfied customers
i have a 2005 9.9 4 stroke that will not keep its prime from
i have a 2005 9.9 4 stroke that will not keep it's prime from the main gas tank on my boat even though the gas tank is higher than the motor when it is in trolling position.is the primer bulb on the g… read more
Conservative
Service Advisor
Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho
154 satisfied customers
now that we have established its a carb unit i need to know
now that we have established its a carb unit i need to know what to do for service on this motor, this boat and motor have been sitting out side uncoverd in the weather unused for six plus years fuel … read more
Shane Creekmore
Certified Mercury Marine technician
High School or GED
570 satisfied customers
having a problem with my 9.9 2006.Motor is installed on a 1991
having a problem with my 9.9 2006.Motor is installed on a 1991 trophy.The . fuel line is running from the main tank in the boat to the 9.9 and seems like it is starving for fuel and is hard to start a… read more
Whitecap36
Service Manager/Technician
Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho
1,557 satisfied customers
I am looking at a 9.9 big foot to put on my 17 Lund as a kicker/resev.
I am looking at a 9.9 big foot to put on my 17" Lund as a kicker/resev. How big a job is this and is it a good idea or should I look at some thing else? What else do I need to consider when buying.… read more
Jason Forsberg
Outboard Marine Mechanic
Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho
531 satisfied customers
Disclaimer: Information in questions, answers, and other posts on this site ("Posts") comes from individual users, not JustAnswer; JustAnswer is not responsible for Posts. Posts are for general information, are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (medical, legal, veterinary, financial, etc.), or to establish a professional-client relationship. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty or representations by JustAnswer regarding the qualifications of Experts. To see what credentials have been verified by a third-party service, please click on the "Verified" symbol in some Experts' profiles. JustAnswer is not intended or designed for EMERGENCY questions which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals.
JustAnswer in the News:
Ask-a-doc Web sites: If you've got a quick question, you can try to get an answer from sites that say they have various specialists on hand to give quick answers... Justanswer.com.
JustAnswer.com...has seen a spike since October in legal questions from readers about layoffs, unemployment and severance.
Web sites like justanswer.com/legal
...leave nothing to chance.
...leave nothing to chance.
Traffic on JustAnswer rose 14 percent...and had nearly 400,000 page views in 30 days...inquiries related to stress, high blood pressure, drinking and heart pain jumped 33 percent.
Tory Johnson, GMA Workplace Contributor, discusses work-from-home jobs, such as JustAnswer in which verified Experts answer people’s questions.
I will tell you that...the things you have to go through to be an Expert are quite rigorous.
What Customers are Saying:
Wonderful service, prompt, efficient, and accurate. Couldn't have asked for more. I cannot thank you enough for your help.
Freshfield, Liverpool, UK
This expert is wonderful. They truly know what they are talking about, and they actually care about you. They really helped put my nerves at ease. Thank you so much!!!!
Los Angeles, CA
Thank you for all your help. It is nice to know that this service is here for people like myself, who need answers fast and are not sure who to consult.
Hesperia, CA
I couldn't be more satisfied! This is the site I will always come to when I need a second opinion.
Kernersville, NC
Just let me say that this encounter has been entirely professional and most helpful. I liked that I could ask additional questions and get answered in a very short turn around.
Woodstock, NY
Thank you so much for taking your time and knowledge to support my concerns. Not only did you answer my questions, you even took it a step further with replying with more pertinent information I needed to know.
Elkton, Maryland
He answered my question promptly and gave me accurate, detailed information. If all of your experts are half as good, you have a great thing going here.
Dallas, TX
< Previous | Next >
Meet the Experts:
Ted G.
Marine Mechanic
4,761 satisfied customers
40 years experience, Safe boating instruct., Failure Analysis, Expert Witness
Jason
Marine Mechanic
24,583 satisfied customers
Degree in Marine Technology. Gas and diesel marine mechanic.
Tan
MerCruiser Certified Technician
11,409 satisfied customers
40 yrs. experience with complete engine repairs both inboard/outboard and MerCruiser Certified Technician.
Noel Schembri
Marine Mechanic
3,140 satisfied customers
Advanced technical diploma
TIMOTO
Mechanic
170 satisfied customers
Former Kawasaki pwc tech. current Honda pwc tech.
Cat Man
Cat Engine Expert
167 satisfied customers
23 years Caterpillar Engine Experience
Yachtwork
Marine Engineer
3,680 satisfied customers
MEC3 and RYA Yachtmaster Ocean
< Previous | Next >
Disclaimer: Information in questions, answers, and other posts on this site ("Posts") comes from individual users, not JustAnswer; JustAnswer is not responsible for Posts. Posts are for general information, are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (medical, legal, veterinary, financial, etc.), or to establish a professional-client relationship. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty or representations by JustAnswer regarding the qualifications of Experts. To see what credentials have been verified by a third-party service, please click on the "Verified" symbol in some Experts' profiles. JustAnswer is not intended or designed for EMERGENCY questions which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals.
