Keeping a 1960 Mercury Outboard Running Smooth
If you've ever laid eyes on a 1960 mercury outboard, you know exactly why these machines still have such a massive following today. There is just something about that classic "Cloud White" paint and the sleek, space-age styling that makes modern engines look a bit boring by comparison. Back in 1960, Mercury was really hitting its stride under Carl Kiekhaefer, pushing the limits of what a portable—or semi-portable—powerplant could do on the back of a wooden runabout or an early fiberglass boat. ...