Running a 35 hp Mercury Outboard 2 Stroke Today

If you're looking for a reliable workhorse for a mid-sized skiff or a classic aluminum fishing boat, the 35 hp mercury outboard 2 stroke is one of those engines that just refuses to quit. It's a bit of a legend in the boating world, specifically for those of us who don't want to spend twenty thousand dollars on a brand-new rig just to go catch some bass or pull the kids on a tube. These motors were built during an era where things were made to be fixed, not just replaced, and that's why you still see so many of them buzzing around the lake today. ...

February 27, 2026 · 6 min · Casals Erickson