Hello all, I recently bought a Merc 40 to put on my little Scout 141. I have looked everywhere for an ID plate, all I can find is a number on the upper cyl head: 1017-8359. Its a good running freshwater motor, would like to establish year of mfr to order parts for yearly maintenance (impeller, etc). Also, this motor is missing an airbox/silencer for the carbs, would like to find one. The PO removed the oil injection and premixed at 50:1, sound ok? I spray my motors with corrosion inhibitor, any suggestions on how to protect the wiring under the panel where the coils are? Can I spray 656 on that too? According to the Seloc manual that came with motor they made the 4 cylinder from 1990-97, 43 cu in. Anything I should watch out for on this type of engine, its very unique being a 4 cylinder. Thanks very much for any info, Im very grateful for all the knowledge on this forum!
PS.. will post a few pics
PS.. will post a few pics
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