Yup....I knew that I was gambling when I got this motor but it was cheap enough and I can make that money back with a couple 4 hour shifts of overtime. I think I will hold onto it for now and work on it over time and try to get it running. I know a guy who has rebuilt outboards before who I might be able to sweet talk into helping me bore it out.Best concentrate on the boat repair.----Motors are easy to find / repair. As per post # 87 and #94 as well , in this saga.
If I ever buy new, I think I might stick with Suzuki. I have a dealership up here that works solely on Suzukis.You will also have to upgrade all of your gauges, wire harness and possibly
steering cables depending on new selection if not a Zuki.
the OP is in Green Bay Wisconsin (in the earlier posts)Your location ?
Having a dealer is a key desicion when buying new.If I ever buy new, I think I might stick with Suzuki. I have a dealership up here that works solely on Suzukis.
Correct.....I live in Green Baythe OP is in Green Bay Wisconsin (in the earlier posts)
Agreed. Just don't think I want new with such as old boat.Having a dealer is a key desicion when buying new.
It originally was just pertaining to the boat, but I also like tinkering.....so with that being said, my plan most likely will be to continue working on the boat, and if needed, get a newer motor/ controls. I will possibly hold onto his motor and work on it over time to see if I can't get it working... just because......Maybe I'll sell it....Who know's?Well let me ask the question this way....
This boat is a learning experience for you. Does that entail just the boat or the boat & motor?
Remember, tinkering with a motor out on the water to get it running is definitely not a fun experience out in the waves & sun on a hot summer day with friends & family aboard. Or at least its not my definition of fun.
Which is why when I repowered my Bayliner, which I ordered ($50 deposit in 1999 - try that now), I went with a new Honda outboard.
You betcha!!!!! Thanks!!Looks like your in for the long haul. Enjoy the ride.
It is here.No.. not windy here
Idk if I want carpet. I hear so much about it going bad after a while.It is here.
The poly would probably work for the decking/ floor. If you're gluing carpet down.