this was just awesome thank you. my dad rebuilt a 25 back in the 70's... I have it in my garage now, would like to do a full restore as you have... This was very inspiring.
goes without sayin... there is something noble in reviving old and used stuff, i always loved it... almost everything in my house is made out of 'garbage'... one man's garbage is another's treasure, lol
great job bud, i love seeing people like you work that actually label the parts and do the necessary steps to restore the engine. i've seen a lot of people that just restore the outside and that's just not mechanically right. Take it Ez and keep it right; from Canada.
Long time no see! And here I thought all you did was race slot cars at Fast Eddie's! Greetings from John in Miami Florida! By the way, awesome outboard! I'm currently running a ke7 on my 10ft Jon Boat, and just got it up to 28 miles an hour with an aftermarket 2 blade Michigan prop
just keep up the good works mate good little outboards as they are fun to fix up just keep up the good work on the fun little outboard motors mate just keep it up mate id like it mate
These videos are amazing. No idea how many hours you put into these (restorations + videos) but the level of detail and standard of quality that you hold yourself to is very impressive... I always wonder if you day job is designing space craft - lol!
Great video !! I have a Mark 15 , 20, and 25 in rebuild. My face book , Craig Ryan Montague shows my old KG 7 on a quicksilver 1 to 1 racing foot. I lost it during Vietnum era.travels. I also have parts for a 20cc. B. class Konig engine and hope to create.
Really beautifull work. I hope to see your Mark 25 restoration as it was my motor s a kid. And I am looking for a faceplate for my Mrk 25 as it was stolen off my almost completed restoration of my own Mark 25
I'm sure the price is steep to have someone restore it; but I too have one that I'd love to see shine like the day it was new....! It world be worth every penny!!
How many turns out for High and Low mixture screws is a good place to start before tuning? Looked like you did 1 but just checking. Have a 1955 Mark 25 that has been previously molested.
what I really am looking for is where the coil plate is positioned in the bolt slots for timing this engine. center of the slot or a bit right or left?
@@bigdmc1 Thanks Darrin for your reply. Some questions; Has it ever been subject to salt water; what is considered 'a long time' and what would be the restored price ? Thanks Dave
Depends on oil / gas ratio. He probably had 25:1 break in mixture. Then ( at least for me ) 40:1 non ethenahl PRIEMIUM gas oil to gas ratio after break in. Myself I wouldn't reveal a new built engine that hi in neutral. I've always run my rebuilts at idle to a little over idea for 15 minutes and shut engine down till stone cold and repeat several times increasing time it runs. By doing this the pistons " normalize " and less chance if scuffing during rest of breaking. Also use OMC's breaking procedures of running different rpm's for first ten hours of breaking. Never lost an engine I rebuilt in the 13 years of building them in my own business ( nor anytime I worked for a dealership ). But people. Got lazy and didn't want to do as per the OMC procedures so I quit rebuilding engine for the next 8 years unless I personally new my customer. I use to race ALKI A&B class hydro in the 60's then Mods in the 70's came to Fl. And raced 250 cc hydro in the Pro ( old alki ) division. More fun then a barrel of monkey's if I can still say that in this crazy WOKE world !! F 74
Have a quick question. .. which way did you turn the impeller when putting the new into the water pump? I have a mark 20 that I'm restoring and all water ways are clear but I'm not getting water out. I put a new one on and still nothing
U-turn at the same direction the motor turns as you put it in you may have leaky seal top or bottom also check the tube that goes between the engine and the lower unit there’s a rubber gasket that could be bad
John May not sure I replied to the right spot anyway you turn at the same direction as the motor turns as you put it in I would check seals top and bottom of the water pump housing also check the little rubber tube goes between the engine and the lower unit
I just purchased a 58 Mark 28. Outside restored, inside/motor inspected anything needing it was replaced. But I need a operator’s manual. Anybody have one or have the ability to contact me with some pointers on starting, running, and basic maintenance. I would pay you for your time. Thanks.
my dad and I want to restore my great grandfathers Merc mark 20 but can’t find the parts the crankshaft is corroded and the main bearing is worn out. Any info on parts stores or websites would help a ton let me know if you’ve got any info thanks!
I'm going to make you the rubber handles for your both T bolts that tighten to the boat. What I need from you, is pictures of the kill switch and the inner. What see on the big motor is the rubber handles, but they are missing on the 20 hp. any way can you send me pictures.
That work is beyond professional. Its what happens when take something to the next level for personal satisfaction. Very well done....!!
One of the best boat motor restorations on RUclips. That is one gorgeous looking motor.
Absolutely gorgeous sir! You are a man that takes pride in what you do. Wonderful work.
this was just awesome thank you. my dad rebuilt a 25 back in the 70's... I have it in my garage now, would like to do a full restore as you have... This was very inspiring.
Myke D Thanks I have another video of a Mark 25 that I did
Another stunning job done. Your videos are a pleasure to watch.
Love your workmanship !
Beautiful Motor. I love those Mark 20’s.
Really Nice Work!! You obviously take a lot of pride in your work! I am just starting on my Mark 20
goes without sayin... there is something noble in reviving old and used stuff, i always loved it... almost everything in my house is made out of 'garbage'... one man's garbage is another's treasure, lol
Dude u are the vintage boat motor whisperer !!!!
How is this not the greatest channel on RUclips?
great job bud, i love seeing people like you work that actually label the parts and do the necessary steps to restore the engine. i've seen a lot of people that just restore the outside and that's just not mechanically right. Take it Ez and keep it right; from Canada.
Do you have any motors for sale?
You do amazing restorations! great videos!!
Beautiful work!
Awesome job, she’s a beauty.
Beautiful job! 👍🙋♂️🖖🏻
Awesome job ! I have the same Mark 20 with the racing lower unit. Looking forward to doing the same! Thanks for the great video!
Perfectionism is a superb quality! Cheers, love your vids.
awesome channel!! love your work!!
Fantastic job! Looks absolutely amazing :)
Job well done! I am in the middle of restoring a 1960 West Bend 18 H.P. Silver Shark outboard.
I am very impressed with your work. I do not get impressed often! You sir are a true "BUILT IN AMERICA American!
Wow, nice work!
Well done, should do a video featuring your workshop.
Long time no see! And here I thought all you did was race slot cars at Fast Eddie's! Greetings from John in Miami Florida! By the way, awesome outboard! I'm currently running a ke7 on my 10ft Jon Boat, and just got it up to 28 miles an hour with an aftermarket 2 blade Michigan prop
outstanding video...fantastic job...how bout doin a big MARK 75A Super Marathon Motor next.
just keep up the good works mate good little outboards as they are fun to fix up just keep up the good work on the fun little outboard motors mate just keep it up mate id like it mate
These videos are amazing. No idea how many hours you put into these (restorations + videos) but the level of detail and standard of quality that you hold yourself to is very impressive... I always wonder if you day job is designing space craft - lol!
Nice job!
Great video !! I have a Mark 15 , 20, and 25 in rebuild. My face book , Craig Ryan Montague shows my old KG 7 on a quicksilver 1 to 1 racing foot. I lost it during Vietnum era.travels. I also have parts for a 20cc. B. class Konig engine and hope to create.
Really beautifull work. I hope to see your Mark 25 restoration as it was my motor s a kid. And I am looking for a faceplate for my Mrk 25 as it was stolen off my almost completed restoration of my own Mark 25
I have a nice Mark 20, like this. Looks good but not like this. This guy is a master. Wish he would do mine like his.
My 17 year old son just had this same motor gave to him, I would love to see about getting this done for him
I'm sure the price is steep to have someone restore it; but I too have one that I'd love to see shine like the day it was new....! It world be worth every penny!!
A true craftsman.
Well done!
How many turns out for High and Low mixture screws is a good place to start before tuning? Looked like you did 1 but just checking. Have a 1955 Mark 25 that has been previously molested.
NM found old info saying 1, 1-1/2 out initially
It turned out fantastic
أحسنت باراك الله بيك اخي العزيز على هذا العمل الجيد
awesome job keep up the good work!
Stunning!
Mate! You are a genius!
love these vids...Keep em coming
Great JOB!!!
Brilliant. Beautiful work. A commission piece?
We have a 1963 50 hp black gold and silver on her fourth generation of kids learning to ski. On a 14 ft aluminium v Hull 1958 model aluma craft.
Nice job 👌👌👌👌👌
I love new looking old
what I really am looking for is where the coil plate is positioned in the bolt slots for timing this engine. center of the slot or a bit right or left?
nice detail
Beautiful motor. Looks like a robot
Sadly here in salt water none of these motors survived. Had a blue Mercury 7.5 1950
Did you have a Certain degree btdc you used for timing book doesn’t give specific my mark 20 is backfiring?
Where did you find a new top case caged needle bearing?
Very nice
yer a genius. I gotz some wonky Mercs you can work on.
Very nice - do you have any Mark 25 or Mark 20 outboards for sale ?
Dave Schwep I’ve got a mark 20 but it’s needing rebuilt so it’s going to be a long time before I’m ready to sell it
@@bigdmc1 Thanks Darrin for your reply. Some questions; Has it ever been subject to salt water; what is considered 'a long time' and what would be the restored price ? Thanks Dave
Great restoration. Did those old outboards smoke a lot or were you still in the process of tuning.
Depends on oil / gas ratio.
He probably had 25:1 break in mixture. Then ( at least for me ) 40:1 non ethenahl PRIEMIUM gas oil to gas ratio after break in.
Myself I wouldn't reveal a new built engine that hi in neutral.
I've always run my rebuilts at idle to a little over idea for 15 minutes and shut engine down till stone cold and repeat several times increasing time it runs.
By doing this the pistons " normalize " and less chance if scuffing during rest of breaking.
Also use OMC's breaking procedures of running different rpm's for first ten hours of breaking.
Never lost an engine I rebuilt in the 13 years of building them in my own business ( nor anytime I worked for a dealership ).
But people. Got lazy and didn't want to do as per the OMC procedures so I quit rebuilding engine for the next 8 years unless I personally new my customer.
I use to race ALKI A&B class hydro in the 60's then Mods in the 70's came to Fl. And raced 250 cc hydro in the Pro ( old alki ) division.
More fun then a barrel of monkey's if I can still say that in this crazy WOKE world !!
F 74
Nice i would put it in my Man Cave. Did you send out the head and water plate to get machined ????
wow ! cool ! How much can a unrestored good condition mark 25 like your red one sell for ? I have one .
Where do you get your spray paint colors from what company ? I need that Johnson seafoam color
It’s a place called Reprotint search that word you’ll find them
Where do you get the parts for the motors you build?
Have a quick question. .. which way did you turn the impeller when putting the new into the water pump? I have a mark 20 that I'm restoring and all water ways are clear but I'm not getting water out. I put a new one on and still nothing
U-turn at the same direction the motor turns as you put it in you may have leaky seal top or bottom also check the tube that goes between the engine and the lower unit there’s a rubber gasket that could be bad
John May not sure I replied to the right spot anyway you turn at the same direction as the motor turns as you put it in I would check seals top and bottom of the water pump housing also check the little rubber tube goes between the engine and the lower unit
bigdmc1 |do you have any motors for sale/?
Rod with angle when pushing bearing...careful...
What did you use to replace the original coils, I have one that I have now completely rebuilt but needs coils
Jeffrey Hickman I bought them from oldmercs.com
I just purchased a 58 Mark 28. Outside restored, inside/motor inspected anything needing it was replaced. But I need a operator’s manual. Anybody have one or have the ability to contact me with some pointers on starting, running, and basic maintenance. I would pay you for your time. Thanks.
Да он же на одном цилиндре работает)
what do they sell for great work
What is the paint code? I need to know I’m going to restore a mercury aswell and I can’t find the green
I don’t have the color code it’s just called mercury green 46-55 I get it from reprotint they will mix it for you or you can get it in a spray can
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my dad and I want to restore my great grandfathers Merc mark 20 but can’t find the parts the crankshaft is corroded and the main bearing is worn out. Any info on parts stores or websites would help a ton let me know if you’ve got any info thanks!
You might be better off getting another old motor for parts
bigdmc1 appreciate the reply, the driveshaft is corroded pretty badly as well on the gearcase would you recommend the same for it as well?
bigdmc1 found a fuel tank for it, did you manage to find a new parts kit somewhere?
What happened when you clear coated the bare aluminum?
It would peel off
10:47 Ooooouuuch
where to buy an impeller?
would you do a rebuild of mark 55 for a customer ?
No sorry I would not have the time
where do you live i have a mk20 i need work done on
East Central, Indiana but I do not have any spare time to work on them
Excellent job but I cringed a little when you put her in the test tank, ;)
I'm going to make you the rubber handles for your both T bolts that tighten to the boat. What I need from you, is pictures of the kill switch and the inner. What see on the big motor is the rubber handles, but they are missing on the 20 hp. any way can you send me pictures.
10:48 leaking gear oil??!!
Is this motor for sale?
bob Last No, it has already been sold.
+bigdmc1 how much did it sell for?
Why the gay music?.
less oil in gas, dude