Starting Point Year made.

[Bradster941]

The neighbor was throwing this out as someone gave it to him and he never got around to tinkering with it so, of course, I took it to play with. No history is available so lets start at the beginning with the serial number. Looks about like this:<br /><br />4<br />or 86/9560<br />A<br /><br />As near as I can read it. <br /><br />Appears to be a 4.5 hp long shaft. F/N/R one lunger. <br />Is this a 1986 build date or older?<br />Wiring needs to be redone, and it does turn through smoothly by hand, (not seized) <br /><br />Also, can I bypass the quick connect fuel line coupler and run directly off the tank?<br /><br />Thanks,<br /><br />Bradster…

 

[T_I_M]

Re: Starting Point Year made.

Well if the serial # is 0A869560 its a 1990 MERCURY 4 MH And yes you can bypass the quick connector.

 

[Bradster941]

Re: Starting Point Year made.

Thanks TIM.<br /><br />Now, I repaired the wiring and behold, she fired right up !<br /><br />Unfortunately, she isn’t pumping water which is fine, it looks like it’s been neglected and I’m sure it’s way over due for a new water pump.!.<br /><br />Question, where do I disconnect the shift cable? <br />I see no place at the shift handle to do so..<br />Also, it looks like only 1 bolt holds the lower unit on?!<br /><br />Thanks much,<br /><br />Brad.

 

[Bradster941]

Re: Starting Point Year made.

Upon closer inspection, it appears the shift linkage is rotary and I suspect it should slip right out.<br /><br />So then, there is a wire that runs up the front of the leg to what appears to be a locking clamp for the tilt. ???<br /><br />How do I disconnect this wire?<br /><br />I’m thinking I need to drive the pin out as the clamp is salted up pretty stiff.<br /><br />Yea, I know, buy the manual, but I’m not looking at keeping it, I just want to make sure it’s right before I donate it to the church for the auction.<br /><br />Also, what is this little kicker worth in good to better than good running condition?<br /><br />Thanks,<br /><br />Brad…

 

[Bradster941]

Re: Starting Point Year made.

Anyone?