Re: 1972 mercury 140hp
Well Guys, I checked for any loose parts, definatly not an alarm (I don't have one). The only thing I found so far and I did it for the prop being closer to the gear box, I do see rub marks on the retainer ring that holds the bearing carrier in place (I know there's a name for it I just can't remember now) I was wondering if it could work its way up into the motor leading to a false diagnosis, I'm sure someone has left the spacer out by mistake, anyway I won't know till I put in the water. The noise only happens under load, which could be as the prop is pushing back putting a load on the prop shaft. I will let you guys know what happens. Thanks Buz