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Old 09-07-2021, 07:12 PM   #14
Jc180
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City: New Smyrna Beach, Fl. & Scottsboro, Al.
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Originally Posted by hmason View Post
I'm frustrated and so my rant follows; Purchased a new 25 hp Mercury 4 stroke in 2014. So far I've been able to put about 125 hours on it. It has now broken down for the fourth time (or is it the 5th, I'm losing count). I'm reluctant to take it out for a spin as I never know if I will get back home. I urge all to never buy a Mercury engine as they are a PITA piece of sh?t!
Reasons for problems not given. My own experience with dinghy outboards of several manufacturers is that they are generally reliable EXCEPT for water intrusion in the fuel. Suspect Mercury not immune. Solved by adding a raycor water separator in the fuel line and the bottom of a cut off soda bottle over tank cap vent.
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