1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

jfsegar

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So I've posted a few others times about possibly having a bad fuel pump or stator. Tried fixing a few things myself with no luck so I took it to an outboard repair shop that specializes in Johnson and evinrudes. After keeping it 2 weeks they called and said I need a new EMM. They said a brand new one is $1950! I know these things can be sent out for repair for far less. I have a few questions though. Would you guys spend the money to fix the EMM or sell for parts and buy a different used motor - non FICHT. I know someone selling an early 90s Johnson for $1500. Also I've seen a lot of used EMM on eBay and wanted to know could I purchase one of these to replace mine? Would it have to be sent off somewhere to be "reprogrammed?". I know a lot about carbed engines but these injection ones are new to me. Kinda wish I had a carved one right now. I love my boat that the engine is on I'm also not sure how many hours are on the engine. The engine looks like it is in great shape - just runs hot and shutsdown after 10 minutes. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
 

woody66912

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

You would have to send the used emm to DFI technologies with your ser# off the injectors that are installed on your engine and have them install the coefficients. plus you don't know what you are getting from e-bay. and the fact remains that this engine will most likely $100.00 dollar you to death in the future. I'd steer clear of keeping the dream alive with this old FFI.
 

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Agree + 1 !!!!
 

jfsegar

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

I was thinking just change out the motor. I found an 86 Johnson 150 HP that looks to be in great shape. no control or mounting hardware. Anyone know if I could use the controls cables and mounting equipment from my current FICHT to fit the older Johnson? Thanks for the replies.
 

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

You should be able to use them with some wiring harness adapters. Check with your BRP dlr for the part #'s.
 

woody66912

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

I just checked you need the harness that goes from the red plug to the MWS system. Part# 176344, It's over $200.00.
 

jfsegar

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Yikes. I could probably find some controls for around that price. Thanks for the research. A lot of the outboards I was looking at come with controls so I may try that route and just sell my controls separately or with the engine.
 

woody66912

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Good thinking. Hope everything works out.
 

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Just sent a EMM to DFI, I have a 2000 200HP, the cost was 831.00 plus shipping, 1 year guarantee but I heard they do about 30ty upgrades, They are suppose to be very good.
 

jfsegar

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Thanks for the info guys. I have found a few motors and want to get your opinions.

1. 1984 Mercury 115 hp. Guy says it was just rebuilt - pistons, new powerpack, everything, and he has receipts. Will sell for $1500 with controls.
2. 1986 Johnson 150 - will trade for my ficht motor
3. 1988 Evinrude 115 xp - will trade for my ficht motor

Motor 2 and 3 I would not be able to water test since they are off the boats. He does have the connections so I could use my current controls. Motor 1 I could test drive.

Any thoughts?
 

woody66912

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

SON of crap I just typed out a post. GO to reply and booted off DAMMM.
 

woody66912

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Well if I were you I would do the 1988 , are you sure that's a xp, I don't recall a 115 xp, but do a compression and spark check, and don't forget to check the gear lube.
 

jfsegar

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

Whoops. Sorry I meant that It was a 88 evinrude 150 xp. The guy said it was off the boat and could only show me it runs on a stand. I could do the compression test and just know that I would probably need to put some money into it.

I'm thinking the merc may be the best deal if he has paperwork showing everything was redone and I can water test it. Although trading for the other motor would be nice as trying to find a buyer for the FICHT motor needing the EMM may be tricky.
 

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 hp FICHT EMM Went Bad - replace?

What ever you do, just get out from under that FICHT.
 
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