Re: Considering powering DOWN!!
It went in for routine maintenance. Low compression was found on 2 cylinders. 70 on #1 and 80 on #6. All others were in the 110-120 range. All cylinder walls looked fine. Decided to rebuild powerhead and just to be safe had carbs rebuilt also. Naturally had impeller replaced also.Engine runs great, no other problems other then GPH, which may not be an engine problem at all. Just a combination of weight, drag, etc. I took this engine off a 21' Cajun bass rig that I previously owned on a swap this for that and that for this deal. So, when I discovered how much fuel the 150 was burning on the pontoon compared to the Cajun is what raised my concern. I've owned the 150 for 6 years so I know its history and decided to spring for the $2800 for the rebuilds. At my age, 56, I figured it was time to<br />slow my butt down and spend more time cruising rather then simply fishing. The pontoon has been great for the family "quality" time thing, if you know what I mean. It's just getting hard getting used to cruising at 20mph compared to 45. So listen up guys!! When you reach my age think long and hard about making a move like mine. Hell on the gas card but great for the "family" thing.<br /><br />Hey BABY!! Grab me a Bud Lite out the fridge before you polish my shoes!!<br /><br />Thanks again guys,<br />Danny K.