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Here are a couple of pictures of a connecting rod from the top cylinder of my 2001 mercury 40 hp elpto. Do you think it is ok to use or should it be replaced? The scarring is not detectable with a fingertip, but you can feel a little resistance if you use the edge of a penny and pull it across...
I am in the process of rebuilding my 2001 40hp mercury powerhead. I have the powerhead completely disassembled such that all that remains are the thermostat housing (and internals), brass plug at the top of each cylinder and a check valve (with hose) connected between the two cylinders. I am...