On the Yamaha outboard, the model number is located on the port, (left), transom mounting bracket. The transom bracket is the part of the engine that is bolted to your boat transom.
An outboard motor generally is attached either directly to the transom of the boat, or to a bracket that is attached to the transom of the boat.
MOST OF THE OLDER MERC'S WILL HAVE THE # STAMPED ON THE SIDE OF THE BLOCK AND ON THE TAG ON THE SIDE OR FRONT OF THE TRANSOM BRACKET. THE NEWER MERC'S HAVE A STICKER ON THE SIDE OF THE TRANSOM BRACKET AS WELL AS ON THE SIDE OF THE BLOCK
Look for a silver tag on the starboard transom bracket
Should be on the transom bracket facing the motor on starboard side
It depends on the year, but for the most part you will find them on the Starboard side of the engine on the transom bracket (where it connects to the boat.)
The transom is the stern of a boat or ship. On a small boat the outboard engine is clamped to the transom.
The serial number ID plate on a 9.8 Mercury outboard motor is typically located on the transom bracket or the clamp bracket. It is usually affixed to the rear of the motor, either on the side or the top of the bracket. You may need to clean the area to easily see the plate, as it can sometimes be obscured by dirt or grime.
The serial number for a Mercury outboard motor is typically located on the transom bracket or the mounting bracket. It can also be found on a label or sticker on the engine's swivel bracket. In some models, the serial number may be stamped directly onto the metal of the engine. Always refer to the owner's manual for the exact location specific to your model.
To find out how old a 4HP Mercury outboard is, you can look at the label on the transom bracket, where you will see a two digit number giving you the year it was built.
At the back of the boat. The transom is reinforced to accommodate the boat motor.
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