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  1. Daniel1947

    More curiousity

    OK, this is just a question from being curious and maybe trying to get a little more informed. Has to do with the ratings for engine HP size on boats, I have seen boats that are just about indentical, but with differant HP specs on the ID plates, this mainly pretains to outboards, so for...
  2. Daniel1947

    Polyester Resin vs Polyester Resin

    Re: Polyester Resin vs Polyester Resin I noticed that Ondarvr when I googled searched and then went to their websites. They all seemed to list "marine" grade poly resin. I think I only saw one that actually listed a "no wax" and that was Reichhold. I would assume that one of the others does...
  3. Daniel1947

    Polyester Resin vs Polyester Resin

    I have found Polyester Resin locally at a substantial savings of ordering out of state, especially when there isn't any freight or hazmat charges added on. Has anyone had any run ins with inferior Polyester Resin, or is it all about the same?
  4. Daniel1947

    150HP BlackMax storage

    In a few months when the boating season is over, I plan on doing some major cosmetic work on the boat. To make things easier I plan on removing the 150HP BlackMax and setting it out of the way. It isn't a problem removing the engine, as I have an automotive engine hoist as well as a strong...
  5. Daniel1947

    1989 Astro 18FS

    Just trying to verify the weight of a 1989/90 Astro Quickfire 18FS. There isn't any specs on the plate as to weight, only max engine and passengers. According to 2 differant sources, on of them Iboats, the weight of this boat is 1300 lbs. which does not include passengers, aftermarket boating...
  6. Daniel1947

    tachometer or regulator

    89 V6 150HP....tach is not working... all wires hooked up and ground and +voltage to back of tach. Gray wire from sender connection on tach back to bullet connector at regulator shows continuity. Is there any way of determining whether problem is with tach or regulator. Other gauges and...
  7. Daniel1947

    Eliminating the oil injection system.

    I have been having thoughts about eliminating the oil injection sysem on my 89 V6 150HP Mercury Black Max. Presently of course I put the oil in the reservoir and let the pumps do the mixing, so not sure what I would have to do to eliminate the sysem. I understand the limitations of having to...
  8. Daniel1947

    Fuel pump diaghragm kit 857005A1 instructions

    I have a 89 Mercury V6 150HP, 0C220883, purchased a Siera 18-7817 fuel pump kit....Yes, I screwed up the little nylon retainers. Just purchased a genuine Mercury kit...has differant retainers and check valve set up which I already researched and found out the old neoprene check valves are not...
  9. Daniel1947

    89 150 hp, cylinder head

    I need to machine one cylinder head on my 1989 V6, 2.0L, 150HP, serial # 0C220883, because of piston damage. Mercury manual says maximum of .010 can be removed. Since there isn't anything bolting up to the head, and there isn't any liquid flowing through the head, similar to an automobile...
  10. Daniel1947

    Aftermarket parts confusion.

    I need information please on pro's and con's of aftermarket parts as it relates to OEM. As an experienced automotive mechanic, with many years experience, I know that when I want gaskets - go with FelPro, when it comes to hard parts, pistons or bearings, etc. there is confidence in purchasing...
  11. Daniel1947

    Rebuilding Mercury 150hp V6

    Previous questions about a burnt piston were addressed and answered on Forum, once again thanks for all the responses. My progress so far is: engine has been completely disassembled, #3 cylinder has been bored .020 over, (.015 wouldn't clean #3 cylinder), other cylinders honed to break the glaze...
  12. Daniel1947

    serial numbers

    Is there a model/serial number on the block (powerhead) that will verify that the unit that is on the boat is the engine that is supposed to be. I purchased the boat and motor used. From information on bill of sale/title etc., the engine is supposed to be a 1989 150 HP Black Max. I burnt a...
  13. Daniel1947

    Blown/burnt piston

    Mercury Black Max, 150 HP 1989 V6 motor, Running great, then quit. Wouldn't turn over, motor locked up. Pulled heads, it has one burnt(melted) piston. #2 (center) on port side. What are the pros and cons of boring/honing .015 or .030 on just the one cylinder and replacing piston, rings, etc. I...
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