Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

[Fracka]

Greetings from Australia <br /><br />I am looking at buying my first boat and was looking for some advice.<br />The boat in question has a 82' Mercury 65HP Blue Band Motor.<br /><br />Is this a 2 Stroke engine?<br />and what the heck is a blue band?<br />I can get a seriel number tomorrow when i have another look at it.<br />But i want to be armed with some extra knowledge before i head out again<br /><br />Cheers<br />Fracka

 

[Gold Bear]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Fracka,<br /><br />"Blue band" refers to the color of the band around the middle of the wrap-around cowling. I believe (someone will correct me if I'm wrong) that prior to 1972 the band was red in color.<br /><br />Later models are commonly refered to as "blue band".<br /><br />Regards, Gold Bear

 

[Fracka]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Thanks<br /><br />I feel like an idiot now <br />I thought that it meant something.

 

[skier]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Keep in mind that there were several types of "Blue Bands" There was a solid blue, two strips of blue on top and bottom of Mercury, there was the "Marble" blue that fades from black to blue front to back. The last "Blue Band" models had the electrical entering the motor in the front instead of on the side.<br /><br />I hope that this helps in some way.<br /><br />Craig

 

[trevorcday]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

This vintage of merc 3 cylinder is not the best example of marine propulsion to come out of Fond Du Lac and they are starting to get pretty old too. But they do the job and there are lots of parts around for them (new and used) so keeping one running shouldn't be a problem.

 

[Fracka]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

What should I be paying for this type of motor?<br /><br />Actually the whole setup is a:<br />Haines Hunter v133 with windscreen and canopy<br />82' Mercury 65HP Blue Band<br />Trailer with all new wiring and lights<br />Allin excellent condition<br /><br />It looks like this pic but is white and orange instead of blue<br />

 

[Fracka]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

I had a look at it today.<br />What a dissapointment. Supposed to be a clean little runner. Needs a major cleanup <br /><br />Anyways here is the seriel number of the engine<br />4267360 and a few pics of the engine. Does the Engine and seriel number match for an 82' model?<br /><br />OutBoard 1 <br /> OutBoard 2 <br /> OutBoard 3

 

[Kiwi]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Howdee from across the ditch Fracka !<br /><br />That engine is a 1975 3 cyl 65 hp Merc, seen better days by the look of the photos you posted. I'd be looking that baby over very carefully if your intending to take it further. I bet theres something better out there for your money - something thats seen a little more TLC !<br /><br />Just my 2 cents worth ! <br /><br />Mike

 

[Fracka]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Hey Mike <br /><br />Thanks for the advice all<br />I have never bought a boat before and by the looks of what I have seen and what you guys have said I am better to keep looking.<br /><br />Thanks for all the advice

 

[Rex]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

JUST ASK QUISTION IF HE CAN NOT ANSURE THEM<br />I WOULD KEEP MY FEET MOVE ON DOWN THE ROAD<br />HARD TO TELL WWHAT YOU MAY BE GETTING INTO.<br />REX

 

[Rex]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

PLUS I HAD A 1973 65 3CY. AND THEY SUCK.<br />RUN GREAT FOR A LITTLE BIT.<br />REX

 

[Kiwi]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Good Luck Fracka, keep in touch and let us know what you finally decide on. Opinions given freely so don't be afraid to ask any other questions as your hunt continues !<br /><br />Mike

 

[Fracka]

Re: Mercury 65HP - BlueBand?

Will do Mike