Repowering My Boat with a Mercury 150hp FourStroke
While I was down at Melbourne Marine Centre, I got Andrew to jump in front of the camera and filmed a full YouTube episode. That way, you can see exactly what I saw—the repower process, the setup, and how it all came together. I asked Andrew a few questions, had a look around the showroom, and even checked out the tackle section, In the tackle section, I met John—a ripper bloke who really knows his stuff when it comes to fishing. He’s always catching fish and is a super handy person to talk to when you’re buying tackle. Genuine, helpful, and full of solid advice.
🎣 Reedy’s Rigs Visits Melbourne Marine – Repower Walkthrough
Why I Chose the Mercury 150hp & Melbourne Marine Centre
When it came time to repower my boat, the first step was choosing the right engine for the job. After weighing up all the options, I landed on the Mercury 150hp FourStroke—known for its reliability, strong performance, fuel efficiency, and quiet operation. Perfect for how I fish… and film.
Once the engine was sorted, the next step was choosing where to buy it. I visited a few marine centres around Melbourne, but Melbourne Marine Centre in Dandenong South really stood out. It’s close to home, and when I met Andrew, he took the time to answer all my questions and explain the options. Straight away, I felt like I was in good hands.
Not gonna lie—they gave me a good deal on the motor in exchange for some advertising. But just like anything I use or recommend, if I didn’t rate it, I wouldn’t put my name behind it. A few months on, I can say with confidence: I made the right choice. The motor ticks every box.
What I Love About the Mercury 150hp FourStroke
Two of my favourite things?
👉 Fuel savings
👉 Not having to worry about two-stroke oil
Even now, I’ll head out and instinctively think, “Do I need to top up the oil?”—then smile when I realise I don’t. On my first trip with the new setup, I covered 91km at an average of 33km/h, and only used 55L of fuel. That’s seriously impressive for a boat my size.
Another great move? I saved some cash by running the SmartCraft Link system through my Lowrance via NMEA 2000. No need for extra gauges—it shows fuel flow, RPMs, temps and more right on my screen. Simple, clean, and it does everything I need.
🔋 Power, Efficiency & Smart Tech
🔄 High-Output Alternator
With a 60-amp alternator, this motor keeps all my electronics running and the battery fully charged—so I can crank the stereo and blast tunes around the Bays without stressing about power. Whether I’m fishing or just showing off my playlist, this setup keeps the vibes going.
⚡ Idle Charge Technology
The engine automatically increases idle RPM to recharge low batteries—perfect for long sessions when the sounder, lights, and accessories are all running.
🎮 Control
I love the comfort and control the ergonomic provides. It gives me precision handling when I’m filming, drifting, or setting baits just right.
🚀 Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Starts first go every time, smooth acceleration, and better fuel burn across all speeds. It’s clean, responsive, and reliable—exactly what you want in a motor.
🎥 Built for Performance – and Filming
Filming is a big part of what I do at Reedy’s Rigs, so I went looking for the quietest engine I could get. And honestly, I reckon I found it. A few mates even said it’s quieter than other top brands—and I believe it.
🔇 Whisper-Quiet Ride
Thanks to vibration-dampening from the cowl to the mounts, the Mercury 150hp FourStroke runs super smooth and silent. Perfect for capturing clean audio out on the water—no annoying engine hum in the background.
⚡ Impressive Torque
This thing’s got grunt. The lightweight, high-displacement design gives me fast hole shots and strong push through the chop.
Massive shout-out to Andrew and the crew at Melbourne Marine—not sure if my old setup had the right prop, but they tuned this one up perfectly. Now it punches through the waves, and I actually love driving the boat just as much as I love fishing. 🤣 So yeah… lately there’s been a bit more cruising and a bit less catching!
🔒 Mercury’s 3+3 Bonus Warranty – Peace of Mind Built In
Another highlight? The warranty—it’s a no-brainer.
With Mercury’s 3+3 Bonus Warranty, you get 3 years of factory coverage, and if you follow the service schedule, you unlock another 3 years of bonus protection. That gives you 6 full years of non-declining coverage—no drop-offs, no catches, just solid peace of mind.
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