chromermo Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Need to service my Mercury 75EFI 4 stroke but have no idea where to take it or how much is the total cost. Any ideas?Sugestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 You can't take it to where you bought it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 (edited) sounds like you need to find a good mechanic? where do you live/ better yet what area is close to you boat? im shure somone would be able help you out. Edited April 5, 2011 by saltydawg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chromermo Posted April 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Live in Toronto. Just wondering how much should I expect for this kind of service. Willing to drive to Simcoe or Scugog area. First time doing this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelhedrmatt Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 If the motor's not under warranty still, Its quite easy to do yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Need to service my Mercury 75EFI 4 stroke but have no idea where to take it or how much is the total cost. Any ideas?Sugestions? What year is it?what service are you looking for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 It's just as easy when it's under warrantee... $4 pump from Princess Auto.. $16 quart of High Performance Merc lower unit oil. One $12 oil filter.. and not sure but probably a gallon of Merc outboard oil. Not sure what the EFI takes. Somewhere between $25 and $50 Of course this should have all been done BEFORE winter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 $153.00 is what they're charging at Hully Gully in London just for the sake of a price range... I believe they said that includes all the oils, filters and new spark plugs... I thought changing the plugs seemed kinda weird if they're already in working order.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 If we are talking fluids,filters and plugs do it yourself trust me if I could do basic service then anybody can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dara Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Plugs? Maybe at 10 years old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 $153.00 is what they're charging at Hully Gully in London just for the sake of a price range... I believe they said that includes all the oils, filters and new spark plugs... I thought changing the plugs seemed kinda weird if they're already in working order.... I wouldn't take my worst enemies toys to Hully Gully after some of the horror stories I've heard about that place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Plugs? Maybe at 10 years old Merc manual says to replace the first set after the first year. I would budget $200-$250 for the first service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 I'm so happy I have a nice Jhonson... google is your friend for how to do things if you have the tools and skills to do so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitespinnerbait Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Merc manual says to replace the first set after the first year. Nothing but a CASH GRAB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres an oil filter on a EFI? Where would that be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres an oil filter on a EFI? Where would that be? Under the cowl, can't miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres an oil filter on a EFI? Where would that be? I'm presuming so on a 4 stroke 75HP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Live in Toronto. Just wondering how much should I expect for this kind of service. Willing to drive to Simcoe or Scugog area. First time doing this. A good mechanic is a certified mechanic. There are a lot of 'marine mechanics' in the GTA who are not current certified. Good certified mechanics (others are not) are busy this time of year so don't delay. Good certified mechanics are your friend. They charge the same hourly rate and warranty their work. Two springs ago, while phone shopping for tune up pricing everyone was within 10% and I chose the shop that could do the service right away. In total, it turned out to be A Big Fat $1000 Mistake A couple of weeks later, I ended up at my current mechanics shop and have been there ever since and will keep my future business there. I have sent you a PM with a referral for the good guy and a warning for the other. Regards, Slayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torco Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 (edited) My brother in-law is a marine mechanic and works at City Marine on the queensway in toronto. You could give that shop a call, I know they are mercury dealer. Sorry I don't have a clue on what they charge though. Edited April 6, 2011 by torco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres an oil filter on a EFI? Where would that be? I have the same motor and I can assure you there is definitely and oil filter. As previously mentioned, it is a 4 stroke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Do you buy car insurance, life insurance, house insurance? Buy piece of mind insurance! A good, certified marine mechanic will do a whole lot more than just change the oil, filter, and plugs. He will run the engine up, he has the scanner to tell him what the engine is and has been doing, he will tweek it if required and be able to spot any potential problems before you get left stranded. I am a licensed small engine mechanic and I take my merc to a dealer for service. Save a few bucks now?? What did that motor cost you? What will it cost you if you have to get towed off the lake. I like Buckhorn Marine in Bobcayegon, they have always been fair with me and I like the quality of work that they do. They will give you an estimate. Oh and before some smart ass claims I'm just trying to promote the trade, I pay full shop rate when I take it in and I do know where the oil filter is and then some! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black_Blade Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 If your handy with tools and its not under warranty anymore, you might be interested in The Marine Doctor. He has gave me great advice in the past. If not handy though...I agree with others posters and take it to a certified mechanic for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tybo Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I do my own, then take it in to be scanned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 What are you getting scanned Paul?? What's it tell you? I know how many hours are on my motor...it runs fine.. what's the scan tell you? I know more about my Verado than the last two "certifed" Verado techs at the Marina. I had to show the first Verado Certified fella that there IS actually a drain plug for the engine oil.... but I did so after he attemped to suck the reservior dry with a suction gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black_Blade Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I know more about my Verado than the last two "certifed" Verado techs at the Marina. I had to show the first Verado Certified fella that there IS actually a drain plug for the engine oil.... but I did so after he attemped to suck the reservior dry with a suction gun. Sounds like something you would experience if Canadian Tire opened up a marine service bay... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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