Fitting Mercury 140

Matiu

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Hi <br /><br />I am looking at purchasing a Mercury 140hp engine brand new 2004 model it is the carbi version that they sell. Is this a good engine. Will it push my 6 metre boat at a good speed for waterskiing.<br /><br />My transom height is 580 milimetres, will a 25 inch leg engine be suitable or will the transom have to be lengthened to accomadate this length leg. The length of the transom is closer to a 25 inch leg than a 20 inch leg.<br /><br />Any advice would be appreciated.<br /><br />Cheers.
 

Akinghi

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Re: Fitting Mercury 140

Matiu,<br /><br />I've got the Mercury 90hp ELPTO 2003 on my 5 metre boat and you could easily waterski behind that . Been up to 52mph with three POB . <br />Don't think your'll have a problem with the 140hp model . <br /><br />Get the model with the extra long leg if needed .
 
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