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tallcar

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Found this one a mechanic has, it is for sale but not sure how much to offer, runs, missing just the gas cap from what I can tell. any ideas on what it is worth? this will help me make an offer... thanks.. :D
 

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Re: Chinewalker...1946 Merc KD-4 Rocket read last post

salty,<br /><br />triy this site for some info.<br /><br />www.aomic.org<br /><br />good luck<br /><br />h.
 

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Re: Chinewalker...1946 Merc KD-4 Rocket read last post

You could check ebay something similar may come up<br /> pay close attention to details of condition.
 

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Re: Chinewalker...1946 Merc KD-4 Rocket read last post

Hi Salty,<br /> The KD4 Rockets are decent motors, but a couple things to look for. Are the "bra cup" spark plug covers present? Is the carburetor shroud present? These are the commonly missing parts. I've seen similar model motors with $50.00 prices at swap meets go unsold. There's quite a few around so most collectors know that if they pass on the pricey one, a cheaper one will turn up. If it has all the parts, I'd offer $50-$75...<br />- Scott
 

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Re: Chinewalker...1946 Merc KD-4 Rocket read last post

Chinewalker, thanks for the info, all parts mentioned are present, but if that is all it is worth then I will not bother making an offer, thanks for your info, helped alot<br /><br />Richard
 

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Re: Chinewalker...1946 Merc KD-4 Rocket read last post

thanks for the tip sloopy just sent him an e-mail....,btw, got a '65 Merc 200 given to me, spent $45.00 on tune up, now runs pretty well, lol, how much should I ask for this thing? any ideas?
 

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Re: Chinewalker...1946 Merc KD-4 Rocket read last post

Hi Salty,<br /> Something that vintage is in that gray area between modern and classic. In good tune it's worth more to someone wanting inexpensive power than it is to a collector. If it's a freshwater motor, runs good and has a tank to go with it, you'd probably get $300-$400 in my area come April/May...<br />- Scott
 
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