I got a 14tf tinny all stripped down with a new transom to cut and install. It's hard to find a 15-20 hp outboard around here in Arizona. The only one on craigslist is a 68' Evinrude 18 hp. Owner says it's reliable, starts and runs great (ahyah, OK?). I asked him if he'd done a compression test and says he doesn't know how to do it ... hmm? Asking price is $500.
Next weekend, I plan to drive to Phoenix/Mesa to have a look and do a comp test of my own.
Any guess on the motor weight? I will likely need two people to mount it, each time at the lake (no trailer).
What should I consider a 'good $500 compression test' vs 'not too bad $450 compression test' vs 'Not interested in the motor' compression test? I've researched the numbers and got all sorta different ideas .... ??
I am real excited to get this old tin boat going again (hopefully by May). Should I get excited about this motor or be patient and find something newer? Seems like 'yall know yer Evinrudes on this forum (I grew up with a 75 Johnson) and appreciate the advice.
Thanks!
Next weekend, I plan to drive to Phoenix/Mesa to have a look and do a comp test of my own.
Any guess on the motor weight? I will likely need two people to mount it, each time at the lake (no trailer).
What should I consider a 'good $500 compression test' vs 'not too bad $450 compression test' vs 'Not interested in the motor' compression test? I've researched the numbers and got all sorta different ideas .... ??
I am real excited to get this old tin boat going again (hopefully by May). Should I get excited about this motor or be patient and find something newer? Seems like 'yall know yer Evinrudes on this forum (I grew up with a 75 Johnson) and appreciate the advice.
Thanks!