My $50- MFG!

[i386]

Re: My $50- MFG!

Nice find for sure.

 

[THEPATRIOT]

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Seems like a nice boat why did he part it out? and why was he going to scrap it? If the boat has good floors, stringers and transom most people would keep the boat. (I would)

The guy lives in the "hood" and parts out/scraps ANYTHING he can make a buck on.It's a shame,but that's how the guy survives.How fast would this boat go with a good running 65HP?

 

[woosterken]

Re: My $50- MFG!

check out this fantastic how- to that mark did on his '65 MFG

woosterken

 

[tmcalavy]

Re: My $50- MFG!

Don't know how fast a 65 hp would push it, but bottomline recommendation I've always heard is at least 70% of the capacity/info plate limit...so 70% of 65 hp, whatever that is, would be a good start. A Merc inline 4 or an OMC Big Twin of that era would look sweet on your boat. I've had both and like OMC motors for ease/simplicity of maintenance.

 

[THEPATRIOT]

Re: My $50- MFG!

Don't know how fast a 65 hp would push it, but bottomline recommendation I've always heard is at least 70% of the capacity/info plate limit...so 70% of 65 hp, whatever that is, would be a good start. A Merc inline 4 or an OMC Big Twin of that era would look sweet on your boat. I've had both and like OMC motors for ease/simplicity of maintenance.

Any pics of these engines?Thanks

 

[Andy in NY]

Re: My $50- MFG!

Don't know how fast a 65 hp would push it, but bottomline recommendation I've always heard is at least 70% of the capacity/info plate limit...so 70% of 65 hp, whatever that is, would be a good start. A Merc inline 4 or an OMC Big Twin of that era would look sweet on your boat. I've had both and like OMC motors for ease/simplicity of maintenance.

omc/johnnyrude big twins from the late 60's are heavy though... IMO it almost negated some of the hp. MY old mfg went from a 62 johnson 50 to a merc inline 4 50 and was a world of difference. i would recomend a mid 60's merc anyday.

 

[tmcalavy]

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True, the big twins are heavy...about 110 lbs. plus. The old Merc inline 4's aren't much lighter...at least 85 lbs. My back knows this from experience. The Mercs have better power to weight ratio, but are more finicky on service/repair. Neither were very fuel efficient compared to modern (post 1980 LOL) motors. Just depends on what you want for power on your boat. I like the old iron cause I do my own mechanical work and maintenance, and I've already outgrown the need for speed...I just go fishin and cruising. Figure out what you want to do with your boat, then compare motors to see what will accomplish that...before you buy.

 

[THEPATRIOT]

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True, the big twins are heavy...about 110 lbs. plus. The old Merc inline 4's aren't much lighter...at least 85 lbs. My back knows this from experience. The Mercs have better power to weight ratio, but are more finicky on service/repair. Neither were very fuel efficient compared to modern (post 1980 LOL) motors. Just depends on what you want for power on your boat. I like the old iron cause I do my own mechanical work and maintenance, and I've already outgrown the need for speed...I just go fishin and cruising. Figure out what you want to do with your boat, then compare motors to see what will accomplish that...before you buy.

Just a fun,family cruiser!I want a good looking,simple vintage outboard.Something known to be reliable(and easy to repair) would be nice,that's all.

 

[THEPATRIOT]

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Here's a pic after it was dropped in my yard,and one after i started stripping it for the big cleanup!It should be on it's new mid "60's Holsclaw trailer tonight.

 

[tmcalavy]

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A period Merc inline 4, with mag ignition would look on your hull/boat. I know Merc made the four-cylinder Merc 500 50 hp the same year as your boat, and later made the 650 65 hp. Can't remember the year the 650 came along. Go here to see period Merc models:
http://www.eastcoastmarineservice.com/marine_accesories.htm
Go here to see period OMC motors:
http://www.old-omc.de/start.html

 

[currogated]

Re: My $50- MFG!

Interestingly enough, I just acquired one of those. Looks like yours is in MUCH better shape. I will have to snap some picks tonight.

 

[currogated]

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BTW, mine was free. Of course I know absolutely nothing about boats. But I figured if the boat wasn't 'fixable' I could use the trailer because its in really good shape.

 

[WizeOne]

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Here's a pic after it was dropped in my yard,and one after i started stripping it for the big cleanup!It should be on it's new mid "60's Holsclaw trailer tonight.

Beautiful lines on that old scow. Looks to be in great condition as well. I vote for an inline Merc with sections painted the same color as you paint the deck.