After seeing some of the fine restoration projects on this forum, I decided to take the plunge and start on of my own. Thought I'd share it with everyone. I've tinkered with some boats in the past and they have all turned out very nice, but none were what you would call a "keel up restoration"...
I continue to learn all about my Merc 500 thanks to the great folks here on Iboats. Now for the next learning experience. 1971 Merc 500 Ser#3241445 now runs like a dream, but it's not charging to the battery. I noticed that after running it for about a half hour decarbing with seafoam it was...
Does anyone know of a source for Mercury Outboard Decals? I've looked everywhere and can only find the vintage decals.<br /><br />Thanks !<br /><br />Kevin F.
71 Merc 50hp #3241445 dies with less than 50% throttle. Rebuilt carbs, fuel pump, checked for venting problems, checked for bad/leaking fuel lines. Laddies suggested checking the float levels in the carbs. Does anyone know the correct measurements/levels as I have discarded the carb rebuild...
Just wanted to get some quick feedback to see if this sound like it might be the problem.<br /><br />1971 50hp #3241445 starts fine with a fair amount of throttle but will start to die when pulled back. A quick pump on the fuel bulb will keep it running. Does this sound like the fuel pump should...
