Hello: I recently purchased a 2004 Yamaha 115 four stroke mounted on a 2003 Lund Pro Sport 1700. The boat is an aluminum dual console which weighs approximately 1000lbs. Initially during breakin I used Yamaha's black 13x19" stainless steel prop but could get no better than 5300rpm's at wot...
Hi all: I'm thinking of long term storing a 1982 fiberglass boat with '92 Merc six cylinder outboard. Other than the obvious thorough fogging, lower unit drain/refill, carefully covering the boat, etc. what am I missing? I'm looking at storing this thing possibly for many years. I'm finally...
Hi all. I'm going to upgrade to four stroke power. I'd like to get a Suzuki/Johnson 70 four stroke for the EFI but hate to give up the five ponies I'd lose vs. a carbed Honda or Yamaha 75 4S (the boat's rated for 75). I've heard good things about the 70, and would like to know comparisons...
Hi: We purchased the above nice running outboard this summer. I was storing it yesterday when I noticed there's no intake silencer on the intake side of the triple carbs. Is this normal, or did the previous owner remove it? It's loud as all get out, even for a 19 year old two stroke. The...
Hello all: We have a small '82 Glastron that we will be replacing an excellent running '82 Merc 90 on (I want less smoke, better fuel economy, less noise). What is the weight of my motor with tilt/trim? I've been quoted as the 320's. This motor is well maintained and in pristine condition if...
Hi: This subject seems so obvious to me that I'm embarassed to ask but we're heading to the cabin today and I'd like to know for certain. We own a newer OMC plastic fuel tank that I'd like to try out on our '82 Merc 90. I assume that a vented tank with the right fittings tapped into the line...
Hello: I just bought a McGard Prop Lock for my '82 90HP Merc with a 19" stainless steel prop. Following the instructions, it installed easily but I'm concerned about the removal of the locking washer. It's the one with the tabs that bend into the slots to prevent the prop nut from spinning...
Hello Again: Started reviewing posts here and found out the above motor also has reed intake valves. My (limited) experience with these are that they are prone to breakage and changes in stiffness? If so, should I consider replacing these prophylactically on a 19 year old motor? It seems to...
Hello: I've been trying to find the weight of the above engine but have been unsuccessful so far. Any one have this information? Also, I'm contemplating replacing it with either a 90 or 115HP four stroke. Anyone replacing a similar motor have opinions on the four stroke? Specifically, I'm...
