Nissan 1988 70 hp

[Rush Creek]

I have the opportunity to buy a 1988 Nissan 70 hp 2 cyl on a 15 foot Stinger with a decent trailer. the owner indicates that her deceased husband bought it shortly prior to his death and it has only about 10 hours. She is a truthful person and I believe that part. I looked under the cowling and it looks brand new. I do not know anything about these motors. I want to put it on a 17'56" MV F&F. Is it a good motor? Any fears or pitfalls? I now have a 1985 Mercury classic 50 45 hp that runs very good. Should I leave well enough alone. Help. please respond here or to major_major@bellsouth.net<br /><br />rush creek

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: Nissan 1988 70 hp

Welcome to iboats.<br /><br />They're not terribly common around here. But I did mount one on a bassboat and it was back about 1989. It seemed like a nice motor. If the price is right, it sounds like a good deal. You should be cautious of varnished carbs. If that hasn't been run much for a few years, then the carbs might have to be disassembled and cleaned. I take it your boat is rated for at least 70Hp?

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Nissan 1988 70 hp

Solid engine, but check the compression, gear oil and for fire before purchasing.

 

[mattsaks]

Re: Nissan 1988 70 hp

Elvin, do you mean check for fire damage? Is that quite common? Or by fire do you mean spark?

 

[ziemann]

Re: Nissan 1988 70 hp

He means spark Mattsaks.