Mercury Outboard Motors - History

!±8± Mercury Outboard Motors - History

Carl Kiekhaefer had never planned to have anything to do with outboard motors when he graduated as an engineer from college. His original plan was to design and manufacture magnetic separators for use within the dairy industry. He bought a failing Cedarburg outboard engine company with financial backing from his father with the intention of using the premises to produce his magnetic separators. When he bought the company he also got 300 outboard motors that were regarded as rejects as they had defects and wouldn't run.

Being an engineer and needing money Carl decided to examine the engines and see if they could be repaired and sold. After looking at them he put to work along with his small workforce and repaired all of them and contacted the original buyer who had rejected them. The order had been with a mail order firm and they agreed to take the engines from Carl now they were working and sell them. Carl had seen the outboards as a way to get some money quickly into his business which was called the Kiekhaefer Corporation at that time. But when the mail order firm called to order more of the engines as they proved popular and reliable and a second company showed interest in the motors and they requested another engine an alternate-firing twin cylinder model to be designed and built for them he had to revise his plans. Carl decided at that point in 1939 to improve the design of the outboard motor and manufacture them instead of dairy machinery.

Carl worked on the design of his own brand of motors taking into account all the things that were wrong and unreliable with the outboards that were already available at that time. His plan was to introduce his first range of engines so that they would be superior in power and reliability than anything that was currently available. He developed a water pump rotor that withstood dealing with silt and vegetation by making parts of it from rubber and a housing to protect the drive shaft and exhaust. The first fuel system using a reed valve was also incorporated into the new engines and they were ready to be introduced in 1940 as the Mercury range after the messenger of the Roman Gods. The New York boat show in 1940 was where he presented his outboard motors to the public and dealers for the first time and took 16,000 orders for engines at this one show.

Just as the company started to really well the Second World War stopped all production of outboards and Carl pushed to win a government contract to supply chainsaws for the army. The army had been trying to develop a more portable version to replace the ones currently used and Carl was sure he could beat their design. Two months was all it took to have a prototype designed and built and a practical test of which chainsaw could cut through a 24inch log would determine if the army or Carl would get the contract. His machine beat the army one by 35 seconds taking only 17 seconds to cut the log and won the contract and this ensured the company's survival through the war. Immediately after the war the production of outboards restarted and grew as boating started catching on as a pastime.

Today Mercury produces a range of top class outboard motors up to 300 horsepower along with inboards and jet drives.

Mercury Outboard Motors - History

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!±8±BRP Johnson Evinrude Outboard Side Mount Remote Control

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An improved surface mount remote control provides better boating performance and reliability. The BRP remote control is designed for more positive shifting and smoother throttle operation. The remote control handle features an exclusive design enabling right or left-hand installation along with a new thumb operated trim switch that is easier to use. The kit includes a key switch, emergency lanyard, warm-up lever, start-in-gear prevention switch, neutral lock and throttle friction adjustment, and warning horn. This control works with 1996 and new outboards. BRP Part# 5006180 This control can be used on 1973-1995 motors with the purchase of an adapter (#176711). This adapter is priced at . You may also need a trim harness (#175898) if you do not already have one. Harness for 1996 & newer engines are #176340(15') or #176341(20') This control uses Type 479 cables. You will need two control cables.

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This is a Brand New Starter for Evinrude/Johnson

Models:

EVINRUDE Marine

ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E60EL 56.1ci - 60 H.P. 1989-1997
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E60TL 56.1ci - 60 H.P. 1989-1998
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E60TTL 56.1ci - 60 H.P. 1989-1996
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E65WML 56.1ci - 65 H.P. 1989
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E70EL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1986-1995
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E70TL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1986-1998
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD E70TTL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1991-1995

JOHNSON Marine

ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 60EL 56.1ci - 60 H.P. 1989-1997
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 60TL 56.1ci - 60 H.P. 1989-1998
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 60TTL 56.1ci - 60 H.P. 1989-1998
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 65WEL COMMERCIAL 56.1ci - 65 H.P. 1999-2000
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 65WMLZ 56.1ci - 65 H.P. 1989
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 70EL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1986-1995
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 70PL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1999-2000
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 70TL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1986-1998
ENGINES - MARINE OUTBOARD 70TTL 56.1ci - 70 H.P. 1991-1995

Replaces:

ARCO MARINE
5370

JOHNSON ELECTRIC
1799640, 5704840, SM17996, SM57048

OMC
384777, 386657, 3866571, 386671, 3886657, 391735, 585050, 585058, 585197, 586281

UNITED TECHNOLOGIES
5953640-M030SM, SM59536

OEM(s): OMC Outboard Marine, Johnson Electric
Type: PMDD
Voltage: 12 Volts
Rotation: CCW
Teeth/Splines: 9 Teeth/Splines
Pinion/Splines OD: 36.6mm / 1.441in
Mounting Hole 1: 8.9mm ID Unthreaded
Mounting Hole 2: 8.0mm ID Unthreaded
Mounting Hole 3: 8.9mm ID Unthreaded
Approximate Weight: 6.49 lbs / 2.95 kg

Notes:
102.7mm Long Field Case,
Mounting Hole #3 Is Oblong at 8.9mm x 10.6mm

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The choice of an outboard motor for inflatable boats

!±8± The choice of an outboard motor for inflatable boats

30 years ago, the American manufacturers dominated the market.Names as Mercury outboard motor, Johnson, Evinrude and Chrysler led the field in competition with one another to produce bigger and better engines outboard. However, while this was happening, they neglect the smallest of outboard motors. These are the most outboard engines sold in large numbers and are often the first outboards to buy a lot from us. That being the case, many of us to get the same brand (brand loyalty) asWe buy other major outboard motors over the years. The Japanese took this and gradually Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Tohatsu outboard motors on small concentration began to take over as leader. They achieved this by improving energy efficiency and reliability. And the addition of features to find these small outboard motors previously only on larger engines.

After achieving success in small outboard market, Japanese manufacturers extended this power range. He returnedOutboard engines dominate the market until at least 20 hp. The American manufacturers instead of competing with the Japanese surrendered and decided to buy these engines from the Japanese and just as distinctive. Now the Chinese have come to market. Basically do what the Japanese have above, copy the best features of existing engines, while keeping costs low.

Then we compare the outboard motors that are on offer for the search of an outboard motor for theirDinghy. When you say a boat big enough, a Pioneer 12 so that each outboard weight high enough to push water around. If then the following outboard engines:

Mercury 2.5hp, 3.5hp Mercury, Mariner 2.5 hp, 3.5 hp Tohatsu, Yamaha 2.5 hp, 2.5 hp Suzuki, Honda 2.3hp and 2.6hp Parsun. All these outboard engines are 4 stroke engines. It is a directive of the European Union, which prevents two-stroke engines sold in Europe these outboards offer a fairly wide rangeEngines available on the market for the supply boats.

An engine of the other evidence against several judges have been completed. A bollard pull tests have shown that mercury was 3.5hp 3.5hp Tohatsu and (these two are almost identical engines with the Mariner) most powerful thrust to 90 pounds. The least effective was the Honda 2.3hp push 66 pounds. In the middle were the Suzuki 2.5 hp boost to 83 pounds, the Yamaha 2.5 hp to 78 pounds and push the Parsun 2.6hp £ 70Thrust.

Next test was the fuel consumption. At full speed - 5.75 knots were the best of Yamaha outboard motors from 2.5 hp to 2.5 hp Suzuki least 20%. The worst was the 2.6hp Parsun. When the handcuffs were removed and the dinghy cruising compare the fuel consumption was much lower, only 10% difference. All these figures are for 4-stroke engines. However, based on the previously recorded data for 2-stroke engine in similar circumstances, older engines up to 50% less fuelefficient at full speed. Very thirsty! Remember, two-stroke outboard engines are still available second hand.

Then, the weight of each outboard motor was compared. Four-stroke engines are heavier than the older two-stroke engine because of the powerhead, etc., Mercury Mariner, Tohatsu, Yamaha and all the weight around Parsun. 38-41 lbs (18 kg.). However, the weight of Honda and Suzuki 2.3hp 2.5hp long (12.5 kg.) Less than 28 pounds.

The price of each outboard motor was then compared. This would be difficultexactly as discounts and offers for sale are changing.

Mercury 3.5 hp £ 449
Mercury 2.5 hp £ 380
Mariner 2.5hp £ 429
Tohatsu 3.5hp £ 449
Yamaha 2.5 hp £ 489
Suzuki 2.5 hp £ 379
Honda 2.3hp £ 429
Parsun 2.6hp £ 375

Although the Parsun was the cheapest, and is practically identical with the same 2.5 hp Yamaha engine, not so good. It 'a little' like me for a recipe by Gordon Ramsay, the letterBut when compared side by side, just know that its a lot better. The Chinese are capable of copying, such as the Japanese did before them, but they have not entirely true, but!

Finally a little 'test on every outboard. Mercury, Mariner and Tohatsu have the same engine. The settings for the gas are easy to understand, with the throttle and stop button clearly marked. The fuel on / off tap water is not clearly identified. All these engines are passages. Forward andneutral, then with the turn to 360 degrees, you get the urge to poop. There are four tilt positions and a capacity of shallow water. Oil level can be easily checked by looking at the display on the side of the engine cover.

Yamaha 2.5 HP had simply start and stop settings understood, but the oil gauge was out of sight under the hood to cover. As with the Yamaha 2.5 hp outboard Mercury transitions before and neutral rotation of 360 degrees. Unlike Mercury, which hasa pin cut, Yamaha rubber on the propeller has a hub, so that no shear pins to break.

Suzuki 2.5 HP is as above but with the oil level indicator, slightly to the side of the lid. The propeller was placed with a cut-pin spare parts under the hood.

Honda 2.3hp is not water cooled like any other outboard tested. And 'air-cooled and has no transitions. Instead, it uses a centrifugal clutch. This makes it more difficult to start and operate than the others. It just takes a little 'get used to it. The oil pressure gauge is out of sight under the cover. The propeller has held a safety pin with spare parts under the hood.

Finally, the 2.6hp Parsun, a copy of Yamaha 2.5 hp is not as good. But it is the most economical engine is in new condition. The fuel was drawing his great return.

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