Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 1989 Original Mercury on Montauk

Posted by Finnegan on 10/08/17 - 10:07 PM
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A Montauk will easily do 25 MPH with a 40 HP engine, so there is something seriously wrong with that 90 Merc that is only putting out 40 HP. Buyer beware, and don't say we didn't warn you.

An engine only putting out less that half of it's listed HP is not a cheap or simple fix. Start by getting a compression check to see if it has dropped a cylinder and needs a $3000 rebuild.