I have a force 50 on a 14' 1987 bayline bass striker. The engine starts but won't do anymore than idle until the overheat alarm goes off. Local boat store says compression is good but the cooling system is shot. Additionally, since the previous owner didn't properly winterize, the carb and fuel pump needs to be rebuilt. Total estimate is about $1300. The engine has overheated before and the previous owner spent about $1400 rebuilding the engine in '04. Can I reasonably expect to get 2-3 years of use from this engine if I get it repaired? I realize there are no guarantees and I could suck up seaweed or hit a rock and kill it. But if I take care of it, should I expect a few years from this engine?
Thanks for your advice.
Thanks for your advice.