TOPIC: merc 1150

Just bought this one for a hundred bucks yesterday . Was wondering if any of you have run one of these ? Just looking for general info. Here's what I know , it has been spark and compression tested by a shop , however the seller claims they did not attempt to start it , saying the impeller would need replaced prior to starting . It came on this stylecraft speedboat which I don't know much about either , and also included the tee nee trailer its sitting on . The trailer has a bent tongue and the boat has a few areas I have questions about as well . I believe the merc is a 74 and the boat may be a 60's era . The serial # on the merc is 3943638 . I would be appreciative of any input about this gear. I will post more pics when I get er home

The beast

What were the compression readings?
Properly maintained, the 1150 can be a very dependable motor.
Doc

Pic attempt #3 !

hi there. i have the same set up .... my serial number starts with
337 so i know it is a 74 and mine has the factory power tilt. the guy you need to check into is joe from Ferguson-poole they have an ad here he has supplied me with all the extras i need for mine. if it is good engine you got a deal.

I bought a '77 last year. I still need to rebuild the carbs, but other than that it is a great motor. There are a lot of these old girls still around, so that has to say something. Parts are easily available, and Joe is a good place to start. Other local dealers should be able to help you out also.
Bill

i have an 1150 serial # 3764190 here on a stand .looks to be in brand new in original condition found it on craigslist a couple years ago a young guy cleaning out his deceased fathers garage. my jaw dropped when he opened the door $450.00. my prized big old merc. would never part with it

That's quite a find! The old Inlines are great motors.

Got any pics to post??......ed