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MerCruiser 3.0L performance

Posted: Sat Jun 02, 2012 8:35 am
by VVet69
Anyone have any info on the performance of the engine on my Fisher (specs in signature blocK)

1. Optimum WOT Performance (I currently get 4000-4500 depending on wind/surface/weight load)
2. Optimum Cruise RPM range for best fuel mileage

Sorry I don't have the prop specs handy. Bought this boat used and did not get any manuals with it.

Thanks in advance!

Re: MerCruiser 3.0L performance

Posted: Sat Jun 02, 2012 9:22 am
by gramps
Vvet69, if Fisher is still in business, I would call them and they can send you whatever you need.

Re: MerCruiser 3.0L performance

Posted: Sun Jun 03, 2012 6:22 am
by Bamaman
I used to have the 140 hp Mercruiser in a Aristocraft 19' hull. 4400 rpm's were my redline.
It always got the best fuel mileage and was comfortable cruising @ 3000 rpm's, however.

My motor was a little weak trying to pull a skier from a dead stop, but they (like all I/O's) will run pretty fast once you get'em wound up.

Of course I cannot relate that to a pontoon boat in mph, however.

Re: MerCruiser 3.0L performance

Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2012 7:11 pm
by badmoonrising
WOT for me is 4200 RPM. Cruise at 3000 ish.