Force 125 - What to do after no use?

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willp2

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Looks like I am picking up a boat with a pair of Force 125's. The boat has been sitting in salt water for the last couple of years with no use. It was started occasionally, but not for more than a minute or two.

The powerheads were rebuilt shortly before they were parked. Now they start right up, but they clearly need a good tune up. Any ideas on what else I should replace, rebuild etc on these things before going into regular service?

Thanks
 
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roscoe

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Re: Force 125 - What to do after no use?

I hope the motors were not down in the water, or corrosion will be bad.

First, check the compression on all 8 cylinders.
Then check spark on all 8 plugs.

Rebuild the carbs, replace thermostats, replace water pumps, replace the gearcase lube, rebuild the fuel pumps, replace the spark plugs. Clean and tighten all electrical connections. Check/replace fuel lines to the tanks.
 
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willp2

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Re: Force 125 - What to do after no use?

Thanks! Looks like I'll have a few things to keep my busy.

I do think that it was in the water, but it doesnt look terrible on the outside. I'll keep my fingers crossed.
 
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Reel-Fun

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Re: Force 125 - What to do after no use?

I will keep mine crossed for you too if they were down for years with no use or any fresh water flushes corrosion should be a nightmare!

the block internally might be corroded EEK!!
 
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