How do I dermine the year of this Tohatsu?

[jwilkey84]

I have a 40 hp tohatsu, but I dont know the year of it. I feel so stupid because I cant find any numbers on it, and there are no dealers around my area? Can someone tell me where to look to find the serial number on thie engine?

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: How do I dermine the year of this Tohatsu?

Starboard side on the support plate below the engine cover