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    Used Merc or New Nissan buying decision.

    I've got the bug for a new(er) outboard. I can buy a new 25hp 2 cycle Nissan (manual) for $2,100 and get a 2 year factory warranty or I can get a used (2001) Mercury 25 hp (manual) for $1,800 and only a 60 day dealer's warranty. The Merc has been refurbished. I can get the Merc serviced...
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    What is "best" 2 cycle 15-20 hp outboard?

    I know I will probably get varied opinions in response to this question but what are the pros and cons of Mercury, Evinrude, Nissan, etc. motors for a 14ft jon boat set up for bass fishing. Meaning, with my buddy, batteries and tackle, there will be some weight in the boat. Trolling is not a...
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    What year 20hp Mercury?

    We all assume too much at times. I assumed the seller knew the year of the Mercury 200 20 hp motor he sold me - he said it was a 1973. Since I've been working on it, I've ordered carb and wiring parts for a '73 and they fit. I would like to know for sure if this is a '73 or a '74 or a '72...
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    Lower Unit Lubricant Weight

    Is 80W90 the correct lower unit lubricant for a 1973 Mercury 20hp? If not, what is recommended?<br /><br />Thanks
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    Value of 1973 Mercury 20hp?

    I have finished repair work on this engine and I am giving serious thought to selling it and buying something newer. What would you estimate the value of a 1973 Mercury 20hp, stainless steel prop, in excellent mechanical condition and good physical appearance?<br /><br />I have another 1973...
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    Merc 20 hp Multiple Questions

    As a new participant in this forum, I have found the answer to many of my questions. Thanks to all of you who take the time to read, contemplate, and respond to our questions about our motors.<br /><br />I have a 1973 Mercury 20 hp that runs good.<br />Question1. Last evening I drained the...
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    Acceleration problem with Merc 20hp

    I just did some rewiring and carb and fuel pump cleaning on this engine. If I accelerate quickly, it bogs down and shuts off like its not getting enough fuel. However, if I slowly increase the speed, the motor feels like it "catches up" and runs fine at full throttle. The gas is fresh and the...
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    Water Leak in 20 hp Merc

    While rewiring my 20hp merc, I accidently broke off the corner of the plate covering the left side (from behind) of the motor. The break occured near the top lefy bolt that attaches the cover to the block. When I started the motor, water leaked from the crack so I got another cover from a...
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