I'm having issues hot starting this engine. I was wondering if anyone could shed some light on how to fix this issue.
Today, I dropped the boat in the water and engine started up within a few seconds. I drove around for a good 30 minutes as the weather was awesome and everything ran smoothly. I went back to the ramp, turned off the engine and tried to turn it back on but was having issues. It would crank but wouldn't turn over. I towed it home and tried to start it with the muffs but still had issues. Engine would turn over abit but die. I disconnected the fuel line, cranked it some more with the choke on and it eventually started. It almost seems like the engine was flooded.
History: I just recently purchased my first boat. Have been towed back twice due to engine starting issues. Got the engine serviced and had spark plugs changed, new thermal stat, water pump, gear oil and cleaned stock fuel filter. In relation to the fuel line, I changed both fuel connectors on either end, replace fuel vent and added an inline fuel filter. The fuel Bulb and hose weren't replaced but seems to be in good nick. I went on the boat with the mechanic but it ran fine. He didn't try starting it while it was hot so this issue wasn't identified.
If anyone has any suggestions, I would greatly appreciate it. I don't have or know a reliable mechanic and looking for someone trustworthy in this industry as a female is very difficult. I've already been burnt way too many times. Please help!