'82 Merc 25hp reed change

[Mettaree]

Am going to change factory reeds to Boyesen Reeds. Do the two gaskets go on dry or with sealer. Also does reed box seal go in dry or with sealer?<br />Appreciate any info anyone has got.

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: '82 Merc 25hp reed change

Generally, new gaskets on clean surfaces don't need sealer. If the surfaces are damaged or if you are reusing a gasket that came off clean, you need sealer. Use a bit of grease or oil on the reed block seal.<br /><br />Boysean reads on a little old 25Hp? Why??? Net result would be little or nothing.

 

[Mettaree]

Re: '82 Merc 25hp reed change

Hopeing for a little better lo-idle. Wants to chugg once in-a-while idleing. Have redone carb, comp. OK, slow adjustments to low speed circuit (lean to rich) haven't gotten it completely stopped. Just trying what I can. Thanks for your reply.