Hi all,
I'm the proud owner of a vintage 14ft DuraCraft- my restoration project for the upcoming winter. I have started looking for a 50's outboard motor in the 10-20hp range to pair with it, thinking I would probably find a late 50's 18hp Evinrude/Johnson. I haven't found one locally, but I have found a couple of Mercury Super 10 Hurricanes. I know these are respected motors that out-perform their labeled horsepower, and I think they would be a great match for my boat. Before I buy them, I want to ask three basic questions...
What's a fair price for a 1951 Super 10 Hurricane in "ran great when parked 30 years ago, good compression" condition? Does these models have any particular weaknesses I should watch out for?
How "shade tree mechanic" friendly are these? What special tools will I need for basic restoration and upkeep?
I'm the proud owner of a vintage 14ft DuraCraft- my restoration project for the upcoming winter. I have started looking for a 50's outboard motor in the 10-20hp range to pair with it, thinking I would probably find a late 50's 18hp Evinrude/Johnson. I haven't found one locally, but I have found a couple of Mercury Super 10 Hurricanes. I know these are respected motors that out-perform their labeled horsepower, and I think they would be a great match for my boat. Before I buy them, I want to ask three basic questions...
What's a fair price for a 1951 Super 10 Hurricane in "ran great when parked 30 years ago, good compression" condition? Does these models have any particular weaknesses I should watch out for?
How "shade tree mechanic" friendly are these? What special tools will I need for basic restoration and upkeep?