fuzz Posted September 19, 2005 Share Posted September 19, 2005 Hi everyone, I picked up an old 15 ft fibreglass runabout (Sportsman craft) as a first/project boat really cheap as a means to learn a bit about boating. It seems pretty solid and came with a 65 HP blue band mercury. A few q's: What is the correct fuel mix ratio for this motor Is there any info on these motors online I have a bit of fibreglassing to do, the trim and tilt only works in one direction and some trailer work is needed, but I am looking fiorward to the challenge. See you out there ....one day..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rzep Posted September 19, 2005 Share Posted September 19, 2005 to the site Fuzz. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grantm Posted September 19, 2005 Share Posted September 19, 2005 Fuzz Fuel should be 50:1 and you can use unleaded as well, it wont hurt a blue band. Not sure about online info for these motors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 and good luck with your project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OWZAT Posted September 20, 2005 Share Posted September 20, 2005 G`day Fuzzy, Try this site , you might just be able to get a Users Manual. Mick http://www.mercurymarine.com/catalog_request Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest iain Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 Check the transom & stringers before you take her outside mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzz Posted September 22, 2005 Author Share Posted September 22, 2005 Check the transom & stringers before you take her outside mate. 68103[/snapback] Yeah doing that, found 2 soft spots in the floorthat I have cut out back to good wood, and will replace. This has provided me with a good accesspoint to look at the stringers and hull etc. Looks good....so far....transor is solid, but will have a better look on the weekend. Cheers fellas for the replies. this is the beast..so far.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest iain Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 I'm in the process of a restoration now mate (see my BLOG). I'm no expert but if you get stuck with something drop me a PM and I might be able to point you in the right direction. Cheers Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grantm Posted September 22, 2005 Share Posted September 22, 2005 If I can make a suggestion or three it would be to get all of the engine wiring thoroughly checked as these motors can suffer from corrosion quiet badly in the harnesess. They can be running great one minute and stop the next with this problem. If that checks out a water pump should be done regardless. These motors can also suffer a bit from corrosion in the water jackets around the head and thermostat. Check the water outlet and unblock it too. Older Blue bands just need a bit of extra care and attention and seldom give a warning of an impending fault. They just stop. Dont go outside without an auxilery. Looks like a nice boat to play with, enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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