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  1. 05-13-2013, 05:10 PM #1
    kercha83
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    Don do you know what kind of Reeds are in my motor?

    I was reading a post on this forum about steel reeds breaking and causing the motor to go bad. Do you know if my motor has steel reeds? My motor information is below on the signature. Thanks!
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    #2 05-13-2013, 07:00 PM
    Yep Mercury steel reeds
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    #3 05-13-2013, 08:59 PM
    Definately high risk steel reeds,I would advise you to change them,it's not so much if they will fail,but when,Chris
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    #4 05-14-2013, 05:34 AM
    That engine did come with steel reeds.

    Good idea to plan to change them out.... would also be a good time to clean/service injectors (while you're at it).


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