besides compression and physical appearance what can a motor newbie check to see if they are getting a good deal (~ $1200) or do I need to have a mechanic look at it?
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I am looking to power a project I am finishing up and this motor came into my sights. What should I be concerned about (if anything) with the brand or model?
I have only ever owned evinrude/johnson or merc small engines 25hp and less?
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I am looking at a motor with a cowling that says mercury 50hp. I am told the serial number is 8421109.
Is this a valid serial and, if so, what year/model does it go with?
Also, is there a good web resource to check serial #'s?
Is there anything to watch out for in these motors aside from normal items like compression, gear oil et all?
any and all opinions wanted!!
thanks so much.
I am rebuilding a 16 foot into a cc fishing machine and was looking at this motor at a local marine shop.
Is there anything in particular to look for here? Is there any reason to steer clear of this year/hp/brand combo?
1993 Mercruy 40hp electric start oil injected long shaft.
I was going to buy it as a parts motor, didn't think it was a 73 cause it looks just like the 77<br /><br />Can I switch out the parts (except for the powerhead?
1978 Mercury 20 hp. <br /><br />Same ole story. LU would not come free. I have the manual and checked all bolts. Read all topics here and took each step<br /><br />In the process I did the following<br /><br />1) cracked off small front piece of fin<br />2) cracked the housing flange on the...
