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http://mercurymarine.com. I tried the parts express portion of the web site and it gave this repply:<br /><br />How do I locate my engine serial number?<br /><br />Engine/drive serial numbers that begin with a zero and a letter (example 0A123456) and above are able to be entered in this site. If your engine/drive serial number is 7-digits and not preceded by a letter (pre 1980), it will produce an error message. If you receive an error message, click on the Mercury logo (bottom left corner of every page) and search for a factory-authorized Mercury Marine dealer in the Dealer Locator.<br /><br />Mercury Outboards <br />The serial number tag is located on the SWIVEL BRACKET (port or starboard); or, check the INSTRUCTION PLATE, located between the thumb screws above the steering tube.<br />To view an image of the plate location, CLICK HERE <br /><br />Mariner Outboards<br /><br />The serial number tag is located on the top outside edge of the CLAMP BRACKET; or, on top of the SWIVEL BRACKET (port or starboard).<br />To view an image of the plate location, CLICK HERE <br /><br />MerCruiser<br /><br />Engines: The serial number tag is located near the STARTER, by the flywheel housing; or, on the ROCKER ARM or FLAME ARRESTOR COVER.<br /><br />Transom plates: The serial number tag is located on the INNER TRANSOM PLATE inside the boat; or, on the UPPER SWIVEL PIN.<br /><br />Sterndrives: The serial number tag is located on the UPPER DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING (starboard side or on the back of the housing).<br /> <br /> Don't know if this helps<br /><br /><-- Back
