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Why did Mercury integrate the cylinder head and block on the 3.5 FourStroke?

April 26, 2017block cylinder fourstroke Head integrate mercury

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Why did Mercury integrate the cylinder head and block on the 3.5 FourStroke?

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By integrating the cylinder head into the cylinder block on the 2.5 and 3.5 FourStrokes, it was possible to eliminate several fasteners and gaskets without compromising strength or durability. This unique design also allows for a more compact, lower-weight powerhead.