Search results

  1. LORDY611

    model number needed for parts

    I have a 9.9 Johnson that I can get the serial number off of, but cant read the model number. In shopping for some parts, some sites ask for the model, depending on what part I'm looking for. Can anyone tell me how to find the model using the serial number 8216688 ? The plate on the motor...
  2. LORDY611

    Are TinyTachs accurate?

    I'm only getting 4450 RPM at WOT on my 16' Lund, 40hp Merc while doing 35mph on GPS. Doesnt seem like there is another 500-1000 RPM left, but according to Mercury I should top out at 5000-5500. Has anyone come to find that their TinyTach was not correct? I'd rather not spend the cost of a...
  3. LORDY611

    My new prop selection

    Background: 16' Lund (aluminum), simple wooden bench seats and plywood factory floor, Owner-installed mahogany side-console, 1996 40hp Merc 4cyl 2cycle OB. The motor came off another rig from previous owner. I think it was a bigger heavier bass-style fiberglass boat, not positive. I also...
  4. LORDY611

    Need help deciphering Merc's code

    OK, be gentle with me. I've been a Johnson guy forever but now have my first Merc. On my various Johnsons, there was a very understandable code stamped on the prop for size and pitch: 10-1/2 x 14 or similar. Now, I'm trying to see if the prop on my '96 4cyl. 2 stroke Merc is right for the...
  5. LORDY611

    Honey, can I get a new boat??

    I've seen some over-the-top stuff before, but never like this. Seems some enterprising individuals in Europe were selling these to shady characters to outrun the authorities... Whadaya think the transom on this must look like?
  6. LORDY611

    Back in far enough!

    Took my "new" boat to a local river for a trial with a repower installation. Never had used this particular launch site before, a bit on the steep side. My son backed it in til the stern began to float off, so I loosened the winch strap, grabbed the bow line and gave the nose a shove...
  7. LORDY611

    Marine Lubricant for water pump O-rings

    I am about to change the water pump innards on a 40 hp Merc, 1994 4 cyl. The manual calls for "2-4-C marine lubricant part no. 92-90018A12" to coat the o-rings, etc. Is there a suitable substitute that can be had more readily, like from West Marine, or a hardware store?
  8. LORDY611

    Do all motors have a thermostat?

    First, on Independence Day I would like to thank all those who are veterans or who currently serve to keep us that way. My deepest gratitude. I need to find out if my 94 Merc 40 hp 4 cyl, serial number 0g084106 actually has a thermostat. I have a Mercury Marine manual (on CD) that does not...
  9. LORDY611

    When do spark plugs go bad?

    I have this 94 Merc 40 that supposedly has seen very little use. Looking at everything, I must agree. The plugs look original because there is some black overspray around the base that contacts the head. These are the flat electrode type, so I cant see wear like I could if the conventional...
  10. LORDY611

    Serial number education

    I have a '94 4 cyl. 40 hp Merc. Serial number og084106. og or 0g ?? Most parts for 40's specify "for c159200 and later". Should I read that as saying "all c's, d's, e's and f's were made before mine"? I couldnt resolve in my mind what the letter/number before the "g" was and how it fits...
  11. LORDY611

    Is this a good deal? Central MD

    115 hp Mercury Tower of Power Straight 6 Outboard - $575 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reply to: sale-360338289@craigslist.org Date: 2007-06-25, 10:20PM EDT This is a nice outboard that runs pretty good. Could use a tune up but none the less...
  12. LORDY611

    extending stock wiring: wire size needed?

    My boat has prewired lights wiring. I have relocated the battery about 10 feet away from where it was. Can I use 12 or 14 gauge wire to go to the battery for the lights only, or do I need bigger due to distance? Electricity is my absolute weakest subject. Except wifespeak. Dont understand a...
  13. LORDY611

    Free boat south of Annapolis on CL

    sale-356187595@craigslist.org I would like to give away my 1969 Aristocraft Ninteen to someone to save it the hull is very very good the floor is solid and it has a good title motor is apart but all there its the gm 4 cyl. merc 140 its missing the out drive and seats it looks like its wayback...
  14. LORDY611

    Need Mercontrol help

    I'm a Mercury virgin and have just gotten my first one. I am piecing together the remote console. Part of that is the controls for the motor. I have a type 600A control that has this number on the bottom: 16900a15. There is an 8 pin harness that is connected to the motor, and there is a 5 pin...
  15. LORDY611

    Which control cables does my Merc need?

    I just bought a 94 Mercury 40 hp, 4 cyl 2 stroke. I want to setup a console so will need a control and cables for throttle and shift, as well as steering. I have been looking at various sites online trying to get an idea of what is available and see several types of control cables, apparently...
  16. LORDY611

    40 hp Merc, 1994

    I am going to look at a '94 Merc 40 hp tonite. Seller says it likely has maybe 50 hrs total on it. 1st owner used 4 times, 30 mins each. Current owner used it one season on local river then upgraded to larger motor. I think he said it has been in his shed for 4 or 5 years after being...
  17. LORDY611

    Power ratings

    I recently read here that Lunds are able to handle more HP than they are rated for. I have a 1989 (?) 16' with a 30 on it, and I want to get to the max it is rated for which is 40 hp. I am curious what you veteran Lunders think is too much for this boat. Would I be flirting with disaster...
  18. LORDY611

    car alarm goes off by itself....grrrrr

    2001 Chevy Blazer with factory alarm. Using the key fob remote, lock doors, forget about it. HOURS later, randomly the horn will honk for about 2 minutes. Of course it happens at 2:30 AM or something equally goofy. The only commonality to the last 4 times it has happened is that it has been...
  19. LORDY611

    Lower unit lube

    I recently bought a boat with a 1989 Johnson 30, and not knowing it's history went to change the oil in the lower unit. I opened both plugs and only about 3 oz came out. It was almost olive green, and not transparent like new gear oil. Assuming the previous owner filled it correctly, where...
  20. LORDY611

    how to polish an aluminum hull?

    Knowing how much of an impact even a little algae has on drag, I wondered if there was a good way to polish and wax the hull of an aluminum Lund? Could you use a soft wire wheel, or a Scotchbrite pad, or something like rubbing compound? And what would go on after the cleaning? Currently it is...
Top