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what year is my 15hp mariner ?

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anybody know what year my 15 hp mariner is ?
thanks, mark k
 

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Yep - that is a 1974 model.

It was built by Yamaha, carbon copy of their own model P250A (later called the model 15A) which they built as a Yamaha between 1972-78.

These were produced under a joint venture deal with Merc which initially prevented them from being sold in North America. It was Merc's attempt to break into "other than" N.A. markets with a lower cost alternative to the Mercury line.

These were well built and because of the following some became popular worldwide, but they were a "no frills" motor and later models generally had "older" technology which helped keep the cost down.

For parts Merc lists this as a model 15A (same as Yami).

Unfortunately, many parts for these are just no longer available. While you can get an impeller you will not find a single carb part at most dealers. So if it's running, take good care of her - you may not be able to replace something if it breaks.
 
galamb said:
Yep - that is a 1974 model.

It was built by Yamaha, carbon copy of their own model P250A (later called the model 15A) which they built as a Yamaha between 1972-78.

These were produced under a joint venture deal with Merc which initially prevented them from being sold in North America. It was Merc's attempt to break into "other than" N.A. markets with a lower cost alternative to the Mercury line.

These were well built and because of the following some became popular worldwide, but they were a "no frills" motor and later models generally had "older" technology which helped keep the cost down.

For parts Merc lists this as a model 15A (same as Yami).

Unfortunately, many parts for these are just no longer available. While you can get an impeller you will not find a single carb part at most dealers. So if it's running, take good care of her - you may not be able to replace something if it breaks.
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I've got one and it's still running fine only ever replaced a coil, still use on the river Murray in South Australia, had it from brand new cost $595 AUD bargain.
 
I was just given a Mariner 15hp. There is no serial number plate on it. Are there any other ways of telling year.On cover is mariner written downward from top on ftont. Front is flat??? White decal with Mariner written.
 
Howdy boscoe,
BillT here! I will have to look. After I posted I opened the cover?cowling of the motor. Seems like the air filter assembly to the carb is missing.Also noticed the fuel atachment point on motor has 3 fingers. 1 intake and 2 locks???. Thank you for getting back and posting me. I will look asap. Back at work.TY
 
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