1984 Mercury 200 Reliability

[fixmyevinrude]

Looking at a 1984 Concord Boat with a 1984 200 HP Mercury on it. Really like boat but realize it is older and wondering about the reliability and performance etc. of this particular engine. I have never owned a Merc before so I know little or nothing about them. Is there anything I should be looking for in particular with this engine? Are parts readily available? Are they serviceable for someone who is mechanically inclined. I completely rebuilt an Evinrude 200 HP so I believe I have some what of a grasp on outboards but I am by no means an expert. Any info would be helpful and appreciated.

 

[Dukedog]

Re: 1984 Mercury 200 Reliability

Do a compression AND LEAKDOWN test on it. That being a "chrome bore" motor it will be tha main concern. '84 may/may not be oil injection as that is when it came out. If it is, it would be a good time to "lose" it if tha rest of tha motor checks out. Its gettin' very old. Parts are no problem for it. New and used. I know of several older Merc/Mariners that are still alive and well just as they came other that some electrics replaced and injection removed. But it is an old motor so do your homework well............jmo

 

[aussieflash]

Re: 1984 Mercury 200 Reliability

These are a good motor if looked after.
Check gear oil is free of water.Check ignition/spark.
Take it for a run and keep an eye on temp.