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Trippin 07-01-2007 06:10 PM

They're not that bad. Good luck with that project.

Steet 07-31-2007 09:26 PM


Originally Posted by cobra marty (Post 2183747)
From all the tests that I have seen, the Merc 525's will burn 10-20 GPH less than the ilmors. If you race endurance, Is this an issue? 4 hour race you will need to carry an additional 100 gallons/700+pounds or need a refill stop.

Curious to which test you saw where the merc's were better on fuel than the Ilmors. I have compared my 625's to the merc 496's and they are extremely close on fuel consumption. The 550's are even better than the 496's on fuel.


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