@redfish417 I found this.. Red Band 1968-1972Blue band 1973 Thru to 1982 (With variations on the type of blue)During the blue band era CDI ignition was improved, New models were introduced (And old models dropped). Carbys were improved. Stainless steel drive shafts introduced.The list goes on.Need I say more.
nice motor, I have the same one but an 82 still running strong.,,,
bbbling99 7 months ago
@redfish417 I found this.. Red Band 1968-1972Blue band 1973 Thru to 1982 (With variations on the type of blue)During the blue band era CDI ignition was improved, New models were introduced (And old models dropped). Carbys were improved. Stainless steel drive shafts introduced.The list goes on.Need I say more.
freespeachrulez 9 months ago
@redfish417 I believe blue is fresh water. I am 95% sure as I only see blue strip in Northern Michigan where we have no salt water at all.
freespeachrulez 9 months ago
Beautiful outboard !
350mercury 10 months ago
hey i got a queston and pleas right back is the red stripe or the blue strip salt water ????
redfish417 10 months ago
i have 74 myself..never had any problems, goes like the clappers!
95kverna 11 months ago
Nice engine
patpending00 1 year ago
I am currently working on my first project boat and i have the same engine, but a 115hp. Where did you mount your trim?
STRIPERBAY408 1 year ago
wow nice engine, how much fuel do it use in one hour.
v8power200 2 years ago