xs 650 merc 1974

[Arkansas river rat]

I have a chance to buy a complete running merc xs65 for $600. Thinking i might put it on my jon boat . Is there anything that makes this motor not so good for running on rivers ? Can you use the front half of the crank case on later style of motors?

[Arkansas river rat]

I personally don't know that much about a 650xs but for $600 running doesn't sound bad

[baldad45]

I think if it's a 650XS this is a great deal , but for everyday use on a Jon boat not a good choice . Not sure they were made in 74 , they were listed in 76 advertising . You wouldn't have any problem selling it, if it's a real 650XS . Post some pics if you can .

[Arkansas river rat]

531985319953200I decided to pass the information to a hydro racer that was wanting it. I'd love to have it but it would be sometime before i could use it. I have to other projects going on and not much time. Its on craigslist on southeastern missouri or was53194

[Arkansas river rat]

I wouldn't have used it everyday but just for **** and giggles once in awhile.

[Fastjeff57]

You're gonna have fun trying to locate carbs and linkage for that beast.

Jeff

[Arkansas river rat]

He has the carbs for it just rebuilding them when pictures were taken