Re: 1956 Gale Buccaneer, 25 hp, over running

[davidk]

My manual says "A cutout switch has been provided to prevent excessive idling speed with gear shift in "neutral" position. It also assists in decelerating and stopping motor when throttle control is rapidly turned to stop"stop" position under emergency conditions. Function of this switch is automatic and does not require any adjustment or attention."

The motor over runs, revs up, or "runs away," not responding to throttling down. I think the cut-out is meant to short out one piston when you decelerate, right?