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I have a 2007 175 Optimax that is new to me. Serial number 1B492347
(replaced Force 150)
Problem: Motor bogs down heavily from roughly 1700 to 2700 rpm. You have to be aggressive with the throttle to get it to go. If you creep up to those rpms it will go but only with full throttle and very...
I want to put a kicker on my 1992 2000 20'. Any recommendations on size or issues mounting a bracket for the motor? I want as large as I can. This will be for trolling and a back up.
Thanks
I'm looking at a 2008 Optimax 150 to replace my 92 Force 150. The Optimax has 110 hours. Anything I should look for when doing an inspection? I'm thinking that there shouldn't be any issues but I don't know much about the Optimax motors in general.
Anyone have any experience swapping a 92 Force...
