I have a 2000 Mercury 175hp Pro XS Optimax model# 1175P73EY. In reaching top performance speeds and at optimal trim what is the minimum water pressure of this mercury motor? Thanks
I have a 2000 Mercury 175hp Pro XS Optimax model# 1175P73EY. In reaching top performance speeds and at optimal trim what is the minimum water pressure of this mercury motor? Thanks
Bare minimum is 12 psi. Prefer to see 15+ for safe measure in turns.
Moving this question to the 2.5L Forum for you.
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Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 47 years (learn something new every day).
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