Early 80's 225 Merc ????

**97 TWISTER** · 07-16-2009, 08:13 AM

Does anyone know if Mercury made a 225 Black Max in the early 80's?
Thanks Jerry

**sxmerc** · 07-16-2009, 12:28 PM

If I recall correctly, thay did make them in 1980 and 1981.

**scc82** · 07-16-2009, 01:10 PM

yup thats right. 2.4 chrome bore, non-fingerported, inside pattern heads, and seven petal reeds. it was a kick ass motor.

**sxmerc** · 07-16-2009, 01:27 PM

Yes it was a great engine. My buddy is still running one on his Action Marine.

**vnemous** · 07-16-2009, 03:58 PM

I have an 1981 225 2.4 sittin on and engine stand in my garage with about 20 original hours.

Great motor.

**tux974** · 07-16-2009, 07:38 PM

Great motor. Strong runner

**cutwater** · 07-16-2009, 07:42 PM

Got one, 1981. It actually came from tux974

I think they were made thru '82. It's basically a 200hp, the ratings were flywheel then and prop shaft after roughly '83.

**tux974** · 07-17-2009, 05:34 AM

Originally Posted by cutwater

Got one, 1981. It actually came from tux974

I think they were made thru '82. It's basically a 200hp, the ratings were flywheel then and prop shaft after roughly '83.

Is that the motor that has the Velocity running so well in your avatar

I'm sure is even stronger now with the fresh rebuild you just completed

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