1999 Mercury Opti-Max...

[Z06]

I am trying to dig up some information on the Opti-Max. My buddy who sold his Pulsare found out the motor blew for some strange reason. It was in great condition before he sold it and he has heard that there has been problems with this motor. Can anyone please explain the problems to me?

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[Checkmark]

I have read a few articles about trouble with the various fuel injection systems on the direct injection engines. OMC/Bombiedier (sp?)
has had problems with the FICHT system as has Yami and Merc with the High pressure and low pressure air through fuel delivery systems. They can lean out at higher RPM for different reasons. Still a relatively new technology for Outboards. Like anything, the latest models should have worked through any initial problems.

 

[Z06]

Thanks for all the input. It seems like Mercury had a problem back then. Your info is still appreciated and needed...

Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!

 

[Z06]

Would anyone who posts here mind telling me their e-mail address...

Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!

 

[175checkmate]

e-mail is in the profile.

1975 Checkmate Tri-mate 2, 2.4 200+

 

[Z06]

Checkmarks isnt'

Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!

 

[Checkmark]

Sorry about that... I just put it in the public profile. Let me know if you don't find it.

 

[Z06]

Thanks Checkmark... My friend might e-mail you as I will be forwarding it to him... He needs as much help as he can get, not for him, but for the person who bought the boat from him...

Checkmates may not be the fastest boats on the water, but they are the nicest looking!