Merc info.
Merc info.
Hello Angler, and thank you for the welcome. The engine is a 66 350S 35hp Kiekhaefer short shaft, according to the history I have obtained from the previous owner A.K.A (Dad) it was purchased at the same time as the Falcon itself. He signed the boat,motor and trailer over to me, due to medical issues that made it tough for him launching and loading the boat. I had installed an electric winch on the trailer for him, but he said it was just to much for him to handle. That has not stopped him from fishing though, tackle box and pole in hand, he is usually in the boat and seated, before I even kick the motor over.
He has never had any major problems with the old boat, it has always gotten us there and back. The floor was replaced a few years back, due to old age, but the transom, seams and rivets are in off the showroom floor condition. Every spring a fresh set of plugs are thrown into the motor, fuel tank is topped off and a touch of the key and we are off and running.
The challenge I had was removing the multi- coats of paint that was applied by spray can to the exterior of the boat. I even found a spare can under the seat that was used for cosmetic touch-ups. He meant well, but "boy" did my orbital sander get a workout. I gave the spare can back to him and told him to use it to freshen up some of his patio furniture, he got a kick out of that.
I still have a ways to go on little cosmetic repairs, but I guess that is why we are all here and enjoying this shared information. Best regards & keep um floatin. Falcon14
Best regards Louie.
