I am in the process of buying a 1988 18.5 ft. Skeeter. The gentleman that i am buying it from says its a 200 HP XR4 with a 150 Cover. I have looked at all the Serial # refs. on this site but cant figure it out. Can someone verify the Model and HP? Serial number - OC149619
I bought a 1977 Merc. 115. the shop gave me a 30 day written mechanical warranty. Good compression, good lower unit. However, he told me that I need to clean carbs before running due to not running in a while. Question is this something that is easily done. And is there instructions somewhere...
OK, I have had a few post on this same engine. I have found a similar inline six, good compression all cylinders, new wiring harness. I have searched this forum for swapping instructions or pitfalls to look far in swapping out. Did not see anything from Mercury to Mercury same engine....This is...
I have a 115 Merc. that has not been in water in 10 years, I saw the post on what to do. However, my question is that the compression is down on one cylinder. It was checked a few weeks ago. If the cylinder is carbonized will it show low compression? Or sitting in storage for 10 years. Just not...
I have just picked up a Late Seventies model Boat & Motor. Merc 1150 in line 6 cy. It is blown, I know newer motors are very expensive especially on a 30 year old boat. Would it be wise of me to get this motor rebuilt than to look for a 15 year old Motor to put on boat. I am not sure about the...
I have a 1979 Mercury 175 V-6. I am starting to have control box problems. Sometimes it is hard to go in reverse. Cold start difficult at times.<br />Is this fixable? Do I buy new one? Used one? How challenging is this to install. Thanks
Someone has taken the Oil injection off of motor. No that I own the motor I am putting the regular ratio with quicksilver. The motor SMOKES alot at idle speed is this normal for this???
Hello, Everyone I will soon be cranking up my 1979 175 Black Max, That thanks to some of you I kept in great shape last season. When I changed the Lower Unit Lube I noticed that the Oil was Milky somewhat. I read in a earlier post something about a gasket and vent? what is this? and what should...
I posted this a few weeks ago. I have a 1986 Pro-craft 1750. It has a soft spot under the Console about a 12in X 12in square. I looked under the carpet, and the Fiberglass is broken. There is no damage to the outer hull, and does not leak. What is the best way to repair. Please help. :confused:
I recently purchased a 1986 Pro-Craft 1750. The Motor is a 1979 175 Black Max. It has no Jack Plate and has a 24 pitch Stainless Prop. I Have 2 Questions:<br /><br /><br />1. Does anyone know the Dry Weight of this Boat?<br /><br />2. What kind of Speed should I be running with the current set...
I have a 1979 black Max. I was told to take out the Split fire Spark Plugs and put in factory. Is this true? will it really burn a piston? Please give advice.
I have a 1986 Pro-Craft 1750, that the Clear coat is peeling bad. What is the best thing to do? Can it be made new again???<br /><br />And Also What is GEL_COAT??
I just purchased a boat,I noticed the water pump spout is clogged. I beleive for some time. I took a small drill bit and cleaned it out. How has the engine been keeping cool? and Will it start to pee water again??
I have a soft spot in the Floor of my 1986 Pro-Craft. Is this anything to be concerned about. And is there a way to Repair. Does not take on any Water.<br /><br />Thanks.
