CARBbS

[trkman]

"I believe I need to clean my

"I believe I need to clean my carb's on my mercury 135 (1999).How hard is it ?Is there anything i need to beware of.Never done on a outboard ,but would love the knowledge if possible.I work onbig truck's for a living,so I like doing what i can on my boat.
Allen"

 

[galamb]

"Allen, they will have to be p

"Allen, they will have to be pulled and disassembled to properly clean them. Since you are already mechanically inclined it should be an easy process for you.

But do at least grab a Seloc's manual covering your model. It will walk you through the process plus give you the do's/don'ts particular to your model.

At minimum you will need to replace the carb gaskets (base and float bowl) plus any distorted needle valves you find.

Your model will have 3 dual throat carbs. Since it's your first crack at them it will probably take you a couple of hours - take your time - next time you will be quick...."