No air filter on a 40 hp Mercury

[midnight1957]

I was suprised to find out when I took the cover off my motor on my 40 hp Mercury that there was no air filter, is there suppose to be one, if so does anyone have a picture so I can see what I need?

Thanks,
Wade

 

[sschefer]

Re: No air filter on a 40 hp Mercury

I was suprised to find out when I took the cover off my motor on my 40 hp Mercury that there was no air filter, is there suppose to be one, if so does anyone have a picture so I can see what I need?

Thanks,
Wade

It would be rare to find a dust storm on the water so only in some very rare cases will you find an air filter. Some feel it's a mistake not to have one and have fitted them with an aftermarket adaptation. All they do is restrict the motor and make it run like junk.

 

[midnight1957]

Re: No air filter on a 40 hp Mercury

Thanks, that makes sense to me, I just wanted to be sure before I ruined my motor.

Wade