got a friends boat here. says classic50 on the leg and 45 hp on the cowl. serial # OB159991. are these a 45 hp, classic50 is just a series? and is this an 1987? just trying to double check, thanks.
Go mercurypartsexpress.com and plug in your SN - you can find out there. I don't know the history of the Classic 50, but it has something to do with Mercury changing power ratings from head to prop.
Hopefully someone that knows will explain - you may also be able to find more just by doing a search here in the forums. I'm pretty sure I 've seen it mentioned.
Its an 87 or 88 and it does have to do with changing HP rating from crank to prop. Essentially the same motor as the 50hp of the late 70's early 80's that's why Classic 50. Cowl should be white lettering grey band with small red stripe.
I'm looking for a power head for a 1986 50 classic can you lead me in the right direction? Have a hole in mine looks like a rod came loose. serendipity1988@hotmail.com if you know of a good price for one. Mo
