What year is my motor?

[johnnyo34]

I bought a boat with a 50hp Mercury on it. It says 50 hp not 500... It says Power tilt/trim on the motor. the serial number is 7022591 . I tried to do a search, but couldn't find it..
thanks..

 

[Laddies]

Re: What year is my motor?

1973

 

[johnnyo34]

Re: What year is my motor?

Thank you very much.. Is there anything in particular I should watch for in this motor?? Is there a particular problem they have?
John

 

[Laddies]

Re: What year is my motor?

Pretty much a bullet proof engine keep a eve on the lubricants and the water pump

 

[johnnyo34]

Re: What year is my motor?

Thanks, feel better already.. I know it has a problem with the leg, but not sure what it is yet..