Outboard Engine RPM's?

[William Davenport]

Now that I got my tach working on my boat I have a quick question.



What RPM's should I be running when I am WOT?



I have a 1992 Mercury 150 XR6 that was just rebuilt. (3 hours left on break-in and then I can go to WOT) Edited to add: It has a Laszer II 24p prop. Not sure if you needed that info.



It is pushing a 1992 Nitro 190 TF 19'6". This is my first boat and it is a project/fix'er upper and I just now am getting her almost complete.



The info will be greatly appreciated!!!!!



Thanks!



William

 

[Jim in VA]

Probably in the range of 5,600 RPMs for WOT. Merc's website doesn't have the specs for older motors but if you do a Google search, you should be able to confirm that number.