merc 850 question

04whitetb

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is it possible to switch to fuel injection on a 1977 merc 850? wouldn't it get better mileage? i'd imagine it would be very difficult if possible at all.
 

Chris1956

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Re: merc 850 question

I have never heard that a standard fuel injection set up on an OB saved much fuel over carbs. Now Direct Injection is a whole different animal
 

Faztbullet

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Re: merc 850 question

Its possible with the correct parts, matter of fact I know of a inline 6 thats having this done as we type and it runs!!!
 
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