Hi everyone I need some input from those who know more than me....
OK so boat has been sitting for 3-4 years. I drained gas and did the usual routine to get motor fired up after sitting. After getting all the sour fuel out I was good. I also put some straight 2 stroke oil in the cylinders before starting and spun it over. It seemed to run OK. In addition, a new impeller was installed before the boat was parked and only run 1 time to test for proper function.
1988 Mercury Black Max 135
SN- 0B384334
6" set back manual lift
So now to my issues:
1- I didn't hear the Beeeeeeep Beep Beep when turning on ignition. I swear it used to have it? I honestly don't remember.
2- Boat smoked and seemed normal when Idling at home. It did not seem to (pee) right when hooked to a hose. I also had it in a tank but did not cover exhaust on lower. When boat was put in the water it seemed to flow water out telltale in 30secs to 1 min.....seemed normal.
3- So when I did finally run it...I get up on plane great power.... all seems normal...does have water pressure...then Beeeeeeep! SO I kill the engine and float for a few while I just kinda look everything over. Looks ok so I decide to fire back up and see if I have tone. No warning alarm. Kick it in gear seems good at idle low throttle. Power up to plane....same after a few...1000yds on plane? I loaded it up and went back to the house.
Now when I got home I realized 1 thing I did forget. I had forgotten to reinstall the water inlet block kit (it was on boat when built/bought)....That does kinda act like a ram air for the water intake... especially when a motor is raised. I'm wondering now if that was the problem. Everytime I stopped and gave it a few there was no alarm again until I hit plane & decent speed 45+.
So as far as I know that is always overheating or oiling issue (constant tone)
Oil....it is smoking?
I am reading the Clymer manual and reading online. I consider myself competent in repairs mechanical and electrical. I am veeeerrrry new to outboards. This is my 1st. I'm hoping some of the Mercury pros can offer your expertise and help me along. I DO NOT want to damage this engine. I know I have got some diagnostics ahead of me.
> Want to add a temp gauge!why are they not there factory ...smh.
WickedWrister...I think I spelled that right.... If your still around buddy... please drop a line if you might have any input. I know you know ever nut and bolt on this boat!
OK so boat has been sitting for 3-4 years. I drained gas and did the usual routine to get motor fired up after sitting. After getting all the sour fuel out I was good. I also put some straight 2 stroke oil in the cylinders before starting and spun it over. It seemed to run OK. In addition, a new impeller was installed before the boat was parked and only run 1 time to test for proper function.
1988 Mercury Black Max 135
SN- 0B384334
6" set back manual lift
So now to my issues:
1- I didn't hear the Beeeeeeep Beep Beep when turning on ignition. I swear it used to have it? I honestly don't remember.
2- Boat smoked and seemed normal when Idling at home. It did not seem to (pee) right when hooked to a hose. I also had it in a tank but did not cover exhaust on lower. When boat was put in the water it seemed to flow water out telltale in 30secs to 1 min.....seemed normal.
3- So when I did finally run it...I get up on plane great power.... all seems normal...does have water pressure...then Beeeeeeep! SO I kill the engine and float for a few while I just kinda look everything over. Looks ok so I decide to fire back up and see if I have tone. No warning alarm. Kick it in gear seems good at idle low throttle. Power up to plane....same after a few...1000yds on plane? I loaded it up and went back to the house.
Now when I got home I realized 1 thing I did forget. I had forgotten to reinstall the water inlet block kit (it was on boat when built/bought)....That does kinda act like a ram air for the water intake... especially when a motor is raised. I'm wondering now if that was the problem. Everytime I stopped and gave it a few there was no alarm again until I hit plane & decent speed 45+.
So as far as I know that is always overheating or oiling issue (constant tone)
Oil....it is smoking?
I am reading the Clymer manual and reading online. I consider myself competent in repairs mechanical and electrical. I am veeeerrrry new to outboards. This is my 1st. I'm hoping some of the Mercury pros can offer your expertise and help me along. I DO NOT want to damage this engine. I know I have got some diagnostics ahead of me.
> Want to add a temp gauge!why are they not there factory ...smh.
WickedWrister...I think I spelled that right.... If your still around buddy... please drop a line if you might have any input. I know you know ever nut and bolt on this boat!
