How do you know if you have a Mercury or Force engine?

[CharlestonFF]

I just bought a 96 75hp Mercury Tracker out board I know there is a Mercury Force Tracker and that it is an engine to stay away from. There is nothing on this engine that says its a Force engine. The ID number is OE186477 model number 75 ELPT. The title says Mercury. Any thoughts?

 

[Fun Times]

Re: How do you know if you have a Mercury or Force engine?

Running the engine serial number says it's a 1996 FORCE TRACKER 75 ELPT FORCE - ( 75 H.P. (1996) Serial No: 0E186477 Model No: H075412ST

Also the 0E gave it a way before running the number.

http://www.mercruiserparts.com/selectSerailRange.asp?doc_nbr=75+H.P.+(1996)

 

[CharlestonFF]

Re: How do you know if you have a Mercury or Force engine?

Do you know much about these engines? Hadn't heard anything good yet... just curious?

 

[wired247]

Re: How do you know if you have a Mercury or Force engine?

Basic 2 cycle engine. Been running for 17 years. What more do you want it to do?

 

[aspeck]

Re: How do you know if you have a Mercury or Force engine?

Is it running? ... Just kidding. Although there are some engines that are made a little cheaper than others, and more subject to down time, if a used engine has been maintained properly I would put more stock in that than stereotypes.