TOPIC: Were 1954 Mark 50's always green without decals

From looking at pictures on line all the mark 50 I see are all green without decals. Also, is there anything special about these motors?

Thanks

knots

Mostly green. But there are a few red ones out there. No decals is correct.

CARBS.?? I had a 1953 years ago, & something that the Block was
SAND CAST.? Not sure how to tell that texture.??
. .. One of our Mich AL members just scored a boat & this 1954 Green MK 50 came with ... www.flickr.com/photos/larryparker/7458691222/in/set-72157630322746288 I recall my 53 had GLASS Carb BOWL for thge filter element,,. his carbs look like a side bowl .? was that correct for a 54 model . www.flickr.com/photos/larryparker/7458691710/in/set-72157630322746288/
. Also KNOTS the shiny COWL WRAP should
have small SQUARE grooves, not the later half round pattern. I
believe. . Course the face plate CROWN emblem... www.flickr.com/photos/larryparker/7458693832/in/set-72157630322746288/

Thanks for the info and pictures. Thats the motor I just bought, but Im missing the cool front cover.


knots

Some pics and general info here;
store.oldmercs.com/category_s/126.htm
and here;
www.maxrules.com/mark50mod.htm

They came green from the factory, but dealers were authorized to paint them to match the boat from at least 1955 through 1958.