Check the continuity circuit for loose or damaged connections. Determine the cause of the excess water. Check the ignition coil operation. Poor cold engine operation 3. Membership is free and and we welcome anglers of all species, whether you're a novice or a pro. The seawater cooled engines use a circulating pump to pull seawater through the engine, only to pump it back out of the engine and overboard. If your drive has an internal drive lube monitor bottle in the boat, remove the bottle from its bracket and pour out the old lube.
And the large displacement of a Mercury MerCruiser means it will barely break a sweat, all while being one of the easiest to maintain engines you'll ever own. Next, check your shafts by rotating them. Our extensive range of sterndrive, inboard and tow sport engines is the most comprehensive lineup in the industry, all engineered to provide the best possible boating experience. For further information on how we use cookies and how to change your browser settings, please read our Cookie Policy. Wholesale Marine carries everything marine mechanics require to perform routine maintenance or make simple or complex repairs to almost any MerCruiser sterndrive model. Located just below the round gear housing you can access it by using a slotted screwdriver.
I don't use rv antifreeze to winterize my boat. I don't use rv antifreeze to winterize my boat. If you could find another V8 engine 5 litre or 5. Superior durability for unmatched performance. That translates to best-in-class reliability, dependability, and long-lasting performance. Transom Standard Serial Number 0W173658 and Above Transom High Performance Serial Number 0W150260 and Above Mercury Mercruiser D1.
Maintenance Intervals Maintenance intervals and the corresponding tasks to be performed, as shown in this current schedule or as found in a previously printed schedule, are generally based on an average boating application and environment. Sterndrive Serial Number separate from engine : The serial number tag is located on the upper drive shaft housing starboard side or on the back of the housing. If you're looking for MerCruiser inboard outboard parts by serial number, we have that too. Inspect the condition and the tension of the belts. If too high, find cause and correct. Change the lube every year or sooner if you suspect a problem.
I really don't know where did he get it in our city Risers, exhaust manifolds were taken from 5. Replace the throttle body if necessary. Then it is time to have your seals replaced. The stock thermostat setting is 160 degrees F. Drain the block, manifolds and pull the hose on the recirculating pump.
How was original engine damaged? Buy new drain plug gaskets and place them over the cleaned-up plugs. Working together to give you better performance. What goes into a Mercury MerCruiser determines what you get out. Click on your year, then click your model to find our exploded diagrams that will show you all of the parts that make up your machine and how they fit together. I recommend to anyone to run there motor and go through the gears at home just to make sure there's no problems before going boating.
Never reuse an old drain plug gasket. We discourage boat owners from performing the actual work themselves; this is not a job for amateurs. Engine Rotation The direction in which the engine rotates is important in multiengine applications, since one engine will turn clockwise and one, counterclockwise. The propeller shaft exits the transmission in the direction opposite that in which the driveshaft entered the transmission. Scheduled Maintenance Touch-up paint the power package and spray with corrosion guard. Once you get into your model, you can check out a MerCruiser outdrive parts diagram to identify the parts you need.
Such fouled plugs may be serviced clean, file and regap and reinstalled. Mercury MerCruiser leads the industry in innovations that make boating better. Thanks in advance That serial number makes it a 1980 engine, and as such has the older engine flywheel cover and sits on the wider transom plate. Check the battery charge and recharge if necessary. Refer to Transom Assembly sections of this manual for identification information. Look at how many gallons are being put back into the water shed in the spring when all these boats come back to life. Clean, inspect and test the pressure cap.
Keeping your MerCruiser sterndrive trouble free is easy when you know where to go for the right replacement MerCruiser parts. Raise the drive and inspect them looking for signs of cracking and fouling. MerCruiser Alpha One Gen I Sterndrives Mercruiser Alpha One Gen One stern drives were produced from 1984-1990. For every high-performing Mercury® MerCruiser® or Mercury Diesel engine, there's an equally high-performing drive. If these are not rotating perfectly straight, a bent shaft which requires immediate replacement could be the culprit. This story starting to be a little bit more complicated.