1969 merc800 ser# 256***.. motor was making a knocking noise.. Is this common..?
R rk970 Seaman Joined Jul 15, 2013 Messages 71 Aug 4, 2017 #1 1969 merc800 ser# 256***.. motor was making a knocking noise.. Is this common..? Attachments photo273334.jpg 56.9 KB · Views: 0
GA_Boater Honorary Moderator Emeritus Joined May 24, 2011 Messages 49,038 Aug 4, 2017 #2 Not common, but it can happen if the proper tools aren't used to remove the flywheel in the past.
R racerone Supreme Mariner Joined Dec 28, 2013 Messages 38,415 Aug 4, 2017 #3 Nope----- that is the " flexplate " ---Fairly common failure due to fatigue cracking.----Many dealers would have the repair kit in stock !!!!
Nope----- that is the " flexplate " ---Fairly common failure due to fatigue cracking.----Many dealers would have the repair kit in stock !!!!