1986 mercury black max 2 stroke

Texasmark

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Re: 1986 mercury black max 2 stroke

Forever! Unless it gets physical abuse. 2 cycle outboards are very long lasting machines if some basic maintenance is performed regularly.

Mark
 

Iceman66

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Re: 1986 mercury black max 2 stroke

what is the average life of a 1986 mercury black max 2 stroke?

I have a 1987 myself.
A mercury mecanic advised me to remove the oil injection and use mixed fuel,because the crankshaft driven
oil pump and its gear is a weak point in these engines.
He said, do this and it will run almost forever.
If you do, be sure to use the blindplug set ment for this removal of the oilpump.
This set is availible at most boat parts dealers, its not expensive,I did this my self.
 
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