Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Mercury 60-90 hp starting problems.

Posted by Paul Guglielmino on 04/29/09 - 4:48 PM
#1

I am looking at a new 15 or 17 whaler with a Merc engine. I have heard that they have persistent starting problems. Is this true? If so, can anything be done to correct the problem?

Posted by kamie on 04/29/09 - 4:52 PM
#2

Merc engine is a rather wide open field. Model and HP would be helpful to provide feedback on any issues.

Posted by Phil T on 04/29/09 - 7:10 PM
#3

Heard from who, where?

[EDIT - Since posting this, I have read a single thread on another board in which 3 owners state their 2007-09 Mercury FourStroke 90 experienced starting issues. It reads that the culprit was the starter motor.

While each owner had the starter replaced under warranty, the time/effort to diagnose the problem at their respective dealers varied significantly.]

Edited by Phil T on 04/30/09 - 6:30 AM