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Question about removing restrictor plate on 2.2hp Mercury
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<blockquote data-quote="Mizzie" data-source="post: 278722" data-attributes="member: 3140"><p>I've read online on a couple sites that a 2.2hp Mercury (1980s models) is basically a restricted 3.3hp. The difference in power is caused by a restrictor plate within the air intake manifold. The engines are pretty much identical in size and such. Now, I have no means to know if this is true or not so I'm hoping somebody here has done it or has outboard engine experience and can shed some light on the topic.</p><p></p><p>I love my little 2.2hp! It moves me a long surprisingly well, even with a passenger. I wouldn't mind an extra horse out of a simple restrictor plate removal though. And if it is in fact true, would I need to re-jet or make any carb adjustments?</p><p></p><p>Thanks,</p><p>Mike</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Mizzie, post: 278722, member: 3140"] I've read online on a couple sites that a 2.2hp Mercury (1980s models) is basically a restricted 3.3hp. The difference in power is caused by a restrictor plate within the air intake manifold. The engines are pretty much identical in size and such. Now, I have no means to know if this is true or not so I'm hoping somebody here has done it or has outboard engine experience and can shed some light on the topic. I love my little 2.2hp! It moves me a long surprisingly well, even with a passenger. I wouldn't mind an extra horse out of a simple restrictor plate removal though. And if it is in fact true, would I need to re-jet or make any carb adjustments? Thanks, Mike [/QUOTE]
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