TOPIC: 61 merc 80hp 6cyl FGS

61 merc 80hp 6cyl FGS 1 day 19 hours ago #149687

bsaunders70 Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 2 Thank you received: 0	I'm new to the boating scene just picked up an old StarCraft with a 61 merc 80hp, and I am looking to learn anything I can about it. my first question is where does it pull the water in for cooling? Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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bsaunders70 Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 2 Thank you received: 0	I can feel a couple holes underneath just above the prop but one hole feels like it has a bolt or nut in it, other than that i see no holes anywhere. any help would be very much appreciated. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Terrydi Offline Gold Boarder Posts: 831 Karma: 61 Thank you received: 91	Hello bsaunders70 and welcome to Fiberglassics! Those are great old motors. The 61 Merc was a first with 80hp, full shift and ride-guide steering. Cooling water intake is through the leading edge of the trim tab. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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