I bought a boat 5 hours away that has a 1989 Mercury 60 hp outboard on it. Besides talking to the owner, I also talked to the dealer that has cared for the motor over the past three years. I feel pretty good about it. That being said, I have usually owned Evinrude outboards, and don't know much about the "personalities" of Mercury's. In reading the posts on this and other forums, I do have some concerns that I would like some input on.
Oil injection system- should I keep it or pre-mix? I lean to the side of pre-mix. How would a guy go about converting it?
Top cylinder problems- Seems I hear of this alot. What can be done so that it does not become a problem? It sounds like it is typically caused by a block in the cooling system. Anything to watch out for? Should a guy add another temp gauge?
After reading of the Merc's, I am a bit spooked. Any opinions on these items, or any other items, would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Oil injection system- should I keep it or pre-mix? I lean to the side of pre-mix. How would a guy go about converting it?
Top cylinder problems- Seems I hear of this alot. What can be done so that it does not become a problem? It sounds like it is typically caused by a block in the cooling system. Anything to watch out for? Should a guy add another temp gauge?
After reading of the Merc's, I am a bit spooked. Any opinions on these items, or any other items, would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
