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    Bilge Pump- Fletcher Arrowhawk 1996

    Hi guys, hoping you can help! I have a Fletcher Arrowhawk 18 GTO, which I brought at the end of last year. I need to replace the bilge pump as it's not working. I spoke to a mechanic at Fletcher the other day and he told me where to locate it, which I've done. It appears that the bilge pump is...
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    Bilge pump- Fletcher Arrowhawk 1996

    Hey there! Thought someone might be able to answer a few questions for me! I have a 1996 Fletcher Arrowhawk, and need to replace the bilge pump. I have the pump that was given when we purchased the boat. Where about can I locate the bilge pump? I had a brief look but couldn't see it. What's...
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    1994 Mercury 135 hp 2.0 litre V6- Water pressure

    Hi guys, Just a quick question! Recently had a water pressure meter fitted on my boat to monitor water flow through my outboard. I had a new impeller and housing fitted about 5 months ago along with new t-stats. The water pressure readings I am getting are roughly 2-3 psi at idle and between...
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    Potential Mercury 135 hp fuel leak

    Hey guys, So I'm back, hoping for some more advice!! I have a 1994 Mercury 135 2.0 litre V6 outboard. It generally runs very well, with no problems. I've had some work done on it, since we brought it 6 months ago. Prior to me buying the boat, the engine had had quite a bit or work done...
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    1994 Mercury 135 hp Blackmax overheat alarm

    Hi guys, A quick question for you. I purchased my boat about 6 months ago and have used it a few times (and had a great time!) As it says above, it has a '94 135hp Blackmax. I have had the impeller and t-stats changed since buying it and it generally runs great. I have the usual Quicksilver...
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    A few questions about my 1994 Mercury 135 hp

    Hi guys... Well I need your help on a few questions! Still in my early days of boating, and absolutely loving it! So, here we go: (1) Reference flushing the engine with the muffs. Do I need to have a water supply to the muffs, or can I fill a large bucket of water, and use a small piece of...
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    Fuel mixing technique

    Hi guys, Well, I'm off to use our boat on Monday subject to weather etc. This will be the first time I have filled the tank, other than on the water, (as I am new to boating.) Firstly, If i'm going to fill it at the petrol station, do I need to add the oil before the fuel to the tank, or can I...
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    Mercury 135 hp 2.0 litre V6- Gearbox problem. Am I wasting my time and money?

    Hi guys, So my outboard is in the workshop being looked at. It turns out the gearbox is on the way out. The mechanic says that the dog-clutch and gears are rounded and worn on the edges, due to wear and the problem will only get worse. They have suggested that I have the gearbox replaced or...
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    What year is my engine?

    Hi guys, hoping you can help me once again! Engine: Mercury 135 hp 2.0litre V6 Serial number: 0G001750 I've searched on the various sites that have been listed on here, but none of the listed serial numbers appear to start at 0G001750... Also, were these generally well regarded, reliable...
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    Some questions about early 1990's Merc 135 hp 2.0 litre v6

    Hi guys, I am new to the boating game and have a couple of questions I hope you can help me with. I recently bought a 18ft Fletcher with a Mercury 135 hp 2.0 litre v6 black max outboard. The engine is believed to be early to mid 1990's model. Hope you can help!! The autolube has been...
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    Potential Mercury 135 hp overheat. Help!

    Hi there. I'm new to the whole boating thing and recently purchased a 1996 fletcher 18ft boat with a 1996 Mercury 135hp 2.0 litre V6 outboard. I decided, that as the engine hadn't been run for a while, I'd start it with the flushing muffs. I connected it all up and started and ran the engine...
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