SPB #351October 31, 1963
SUBJECT: Ongaro MK-35 Fuel Flowmeter - Tachometer Test Lab.
LETS STOP GUESSING ABOUT ENGINE RPM & FUEL CONSUMPTION!

The subject test lab, as shown above, is now available from Ongaro Dynamic Industries.
The test lab is completely portable, for in the shop or on the water use. A precision instrument designed and constructed to benefit you the dealer, and your customers in many ways. Some of these benefits are listed as follows.
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- Quickly adaptable to all OMC outboard engines with the non-pressurized fuel system. (Hook-up time approximately 5 min.).
- Tachometer reads engine RPM accurately to assist in making correct propeller selection for optimum performance. (Tachometer adaptable to all two-cycle engines battery or magneto ignition).
- Flowmeter accurately senses rate of fuel flow at all engine speeds. (Show your customers how to operate their engine for peak economy - Savings of 20 to 40% by running in fuel saver range).
- Flowmeter will show positive evaluation or verification of occasional complaints of excessive fuel consumption. (See fuel consumption chart and reasons for slight variances below).
ALL FUEL CONSUMPTION TESTS SHOULD ONLY BE MADE AFTER THE ENGINE HAS REACHED NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TEST RATE OF FUEL CONSUMPTION ON AN ENGINE THAT IS IN NEED OF A TUNE-UP.
Fuel consumption figures below are based on the RPM at which these engines develop their certified rated horsepower.
| MODEL | GPH | RPM |
|---|---|---|
| V4M 90 HP | 8.5 | @4500 |
| V4A 75 HP | 8.5 | @4500 |
| V4S 75 HP | 8.5 | @4500 |
| VX 60 HP | 6.0 | @4500 |
| RK 40 HP | 5.0 | @4500 |
| RDS 40 HP | 5.0 | @4500 |
| RD 40 HP | 5.0 | @4500 |
| RK 28 HP | 3.5 | @4500 |
| FD 18 HP | 2.5 | @4500 |
| MQ 9.5 HP | 1.5 | @4000 |
| CD 5.5 HP | 1.0 | @4000 |
NOTE: Fuel consumption can vary slightly due to a number of reasons, several of which are as follows:
- Incorrect high speed jet or jets being used (Refer to Johnson Service Bulletin SB-982).
- Slow speed jet or jets adjusted too rich (all engines).
- High speed jet or jets adjusted too rich (engines with adjustable high speed jets).
- Improperly adjusted or partially closed choke (manual or automatic).
- Leaky float valve needle and seat.
- Atmospheric conditions (high barometer) etc.
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The same service that the MK-35 Test Lab provides for a dealer when diagnosing and correcting problems can be passed on to the customer. Permanent tachometer and flowmeter installations in the boat offer conclusive proof that the engine is continuing to perform as it should. Additional advantages of permanent installations can also be derived in the form of economical operation - by showing what degree of throttle opening offers the most economical operation in all types of use. Tachometers and Flowmeters of this type, for permanent installations, are available from your Parts Distributor as separate units.
NOTE: Place your order today for the Ongaro MK-35 Test Lab. This unit Complete with instructions is available at $59.85 net. (If full remittance is received with your order, postage will be prepaid.)
Send your order to -
P. O. BOX 218
CHURCH ROAD
NORTH WALES, PENNSYLVANIA
DO NOT ORDER THE TEST LAB FROM JOHNSON MOTORS OR YOUR PARTS DISTRIBUTOR.
Jack PenlandService Promotion Manager
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