1974 85 hp distributor bench test

[frankenmerc]

I was looking to see if anyone knows if there is a way to bench test a 3-wire trigger without cranking the motor the ser#3859637 85 hp Mercury outboard,
Thx
merc#1

 

[carholme]

Re: 1974 85 hp distributor bench test

Here is a link to the condensed version of the Clymer service manual. Download it soonest to your computer as the link is short lived:

Small Engine Repair Reference Center Home

See page 276, WIRING AND CONNECTION TEST
(ALL OTHER MOTORS WITH THUNDERBOLT
IGNITION AND DISTRIBUTOR).

Gerry

 

[frankenmerc]

Re: 1974 85 hp distributor bench test

Thanks trying to open link cant access or open it.
merc#1

 

[carholme]

Re: 1974 85 hp distributor bench test

Hope you get it this time:

Small Engine Repair Reference Center Home

Gerry