redneckpunk
Petty Officer 2nd Class
- Joined
- Nov 19, 2008
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- 130
This has probably been covered but I was unable to find the answer when searching the site (admittedly didnt spent a ton of time) and have read in other places differing info. Because I received a ton of great info and support during my restore I trust what I read from the experts here. I am looking at repowering my 1993 Monarch 1900 from its current screamer, a '75-78 Merc inline 6 that even the mechanics havent determined if its a 1500, 1400, or 1150 (long story about mislabling and badging with no serial number). I am currently looking at a 1988 Yamaha 130 and a 1995 Yamaha 115. The boat is rated max 135hp so no issue there. My biggest question, are the mounting holes standard industry wide? In other words, If I pull the Merc off, will the Yami bolt right up using the current transom holes?
Another question, Im leaning toward the 130hp but there is no hour meter. The motor is clean, being sold through a reputable shop and compression check is 130 across the board. With a service done and not including controls they are asking $1200. Does this seem reasonable? Ive tried comparing on line and finding O/B values but its nearly impossible. The newer 115 is being sold without controls for $2300. Anything I put on will be an upgrade and while it would be nice to have $5k for a newer 4 stroke the value of the rest of the boat doesnt warrant that much upgrade.
Thanks in advance
~RNP
Another question, Im leaning toward the 130hp but there is no hour meter. The motor is clean, being sold through a reputable shop and compression check is 130 across the board. With a service done and not including controls they are asking $1200. Does this seem reasonable? Ive tried comparing on line and finding O/B values but its nearly impossible. The newer 115 is being sold without controls for $2300. Anything I put on will be an upgrade and while it would be nice to have $5k for a newer 4 stroke the value of the rest of the boat doesnt warrant that much upgrade.
Thanks in advance
~RNP