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I am in the market for a new OB and am wondering if now is the time to buy or to hold off and wait for the Boat show incentives? Right now Evenrude has an extra 2 years on the warranty for a total of 5 years. If I recall I think they offered 6 or 7 years last boat show. Does anyone have any...
How big a difference is there in speed from a 115hp vs a 90 hp? This engine will be replacing a 1996 Force 120hp on a 20 foot aluminum deck boat (Seaark Suntastic 20)
Does anyone know of a web site that has the list prices for OB engines. Seems this is a hush hush topic and most dealers are throwing out different list price numbers for the same motor. Also what % of discount are you all seeing now days on OB engines?
It is finally time to but the old Force 120 to rest. What 115 HP engine do you all recommend? I am leaning toward a 4 cycle over the 2. It seems the varies manufactures are stretching the capabilities of there 3 cylinder models to dumbed down 4 cylinder motors. Any preference on either...
I am looking to purchase a used toon , what are the critical things that need to be checked when looking over the boats? I have purchased several boats over the years but never a toon. What are some of the gotchas that may haunt me after the sale?
I am considering giving up on my old Force engine and replacing it with a new OB engine. How difficult is this to do? Is this something one can do themselves or is this best left to the professionals? Any thoughts?
I am looking to purchase a boat with a 96 force 120 can anyone speak to this engine positive or negative. Are there any issues with this engine that would make me want to stear clear of this engine. Thanks for your imput.
