Mike HillOct 63 min readHistorySingle-Engine Outboard World Speed Records (Draft)Here is our first draft of history on the Single-Engine Outboard World Speed Records. We are not able to locate a comprehensive list from...
Mike HillSep 284 min readHistoryThe Evolution of the Mercury V6 2-Stroke OutboardRated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)A History of Technical Advancements The Mercury V6 2-stroke outboard engine series has been at the forefront of marine technology since...
Mike HillJul 283 min readTuningThe Evolution of the Mercury 2-stroke V6 Outboard carburetorThe history of Mercury 2-stroke outboard carburetors, specifically the transition between the WH, WMH, and WMV series, reflects the...
Mike HillJul 112 min readTuningWhy outboard engine manufacturers use roller bearings vs. friction bearings?Outboard engine manufacturers often use roller bearings instead of friction bearings (such as plain bearings or bushings) in 2-stroke...
Mike HillDec 2, 20231 min readManualsMercury Serial Numbers for Every Outboard ModelThis is a free online resource that contains every Mercury Serial Number Series for every 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke Outboard Model built in...
Mike HillNov 20, 20231 min readTuningWhat is Lake X?Lake X is a 1,440-acre lake in central Florida that Mercury Marine founder Carl Kiekhaefer purchased in 1957. The lake is surrounded by...