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RaginCagin 06-10-2010 04:07 PM

Motor help
 
Alright, I have been out of comission all summer b/c of motor problems. I had problems last year with my 2001 150 Merc. Optimax 150 loosing power. I put alot of money in it changing fuel pumps, air intake modules and other things and it still never ran right. I took it to another mechanic after the motor quit running all together and 5 of 6 cylinders had water in them and he said it would cost more to repair than buying a good used motor. I was happy he was at least honest with me and he is a certified mercury dealer so I believe he knew what he was talking about and I saw all the spark plugs and they were solid rust.

My question is does anyone know anywhere that sells quality used motors. I want a 150 hp preferably in a Mercury so I dont have to change all my controlls out. Im not looking to spend a fortune something in the 2001-2006 model range. It goes on a 2001 20 foot fish master.

longsidelandry 06-10-2010 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by RaginCagin (Post 163032)
Alright, I have been out of comission all summer b/c of motor problems. I had problems last year with my 2001 150 Merc. Optimax 150 loosing power. I put alot of money in it changing fuel pumps, air intake modules and other things and it still never ran right. I took it to another mechanic after the motor quit running all together and 5 of 6 cylinders had water in them and he said it would cost more to repair than buying a good used motor. I was happy he was at least honest with me and he is a certified mercury dealer so I believe he knew what he was talking about and I saw all the spark plugs and they were solid rust.

My question is does anyone know anywhere that sells quality used motors. I want a 150 hp preferably in a Mercury so I dont have to change all my controlls out. Im not looking to spend a fortune something in the 2001-2006 model range. It goes on a 2001 20 foot fish master.

I think I found your problem.... lol j/j

RaginCagin 06-10-2010 08:40 PM

Nobody knows a place that sells quality used motors?

Ray 06-10-2010 10:30 PM

Speckdaddy has a boat with a hole in it.
You have a good boat, he has a good motor.
Between the 2 of you, ya'll gots a good combo.

Dink 06-10-2010 10:54 PM

Hmmm..........you got me thinking........I've got a fresh 150 and in the market for a 200 or better.......Lemme think about this and I'll get back to ya.......



I found a 250 yammy 4 stroke(I hate these motors) counter that is for sale really cheap that I'd like to put on my boat...........I'll let you know in a few days......


My Merc runs like a champ........

meaux fishing 06-11-2010 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Dink (Post 163202)
Hmmm..........you got me thinking........I've got a fresh 150 and in the market for a 200 or better.......Lemme think about this and I'll get back to ya.......



I found a 250 yammy 4 stroke(I hate these motors) counter that is for sale really cheap that I'd like to put on my boat...........I'll let you know in a few days......


My Merc runs like a champ........

is your boat rated for a 250?

BayBolt23 06-11-2010 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Dink (Post 163202)
Hmmm..........you got me thinking........I've got a fresh 150 and in the market for a 200 or better.......Lemme think about this and I'll get back to ya.......



I found a 250 yammy 4 stroke(I hate these motors) counter that is for sale really cheap that I'd like to put on my boat...........I'll let you know in a few days......


My Merc runs like a champ........

what is really cheap for that 4 - stroker?

Dink 06-11-2010 06:16 AM

I think it has 100 hours on it and(ill have to double check this) but I think he want 8gs for it........no my boat is rated for a 200, but who's counting????? Only thing I'm worried about is the weight........them 4strokes are heavy!!!!!!

Suthrngntlmn 06-11-2010 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by RaginCagin (Post 163131)
Nobody knows a place that sells quality used motors?

Try outboardrepairs.com, you might get lucky.

RaginCagin 06-11-2010 07:28 AM

Thanks guys, Dink I like the 4 stroke yamahas also just dont want to shuck out the bucks to get one.

all star rod 06-11-2010 07:33 AM

Check out Boat Unlimited in Baton Rouge......
BTW, Yamaha 4 Strokes are the best on the market!:D

daboatman 06-11-2010 08:57 AM

Try Landry's Outboard Motor & Repari Service in Des Allemands.
He sell reconditioned motors.
He has a web site - www.landrysmotors.com
He's usually at all boat shows in LA.

Dink 06-11-2010 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by all star rod (Post 163255)
Check out Boat Unlimited in Baton Rouge......
BTW, Yamaha 4 Strokes are the best on the market at catching fire!:D

Fixed......

BayBolt23 06-11-2010 04:00 PM

What's a few websites to find used 4 stroke yamahas?

longsidelandry 06-11-2010 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BayBolt23 (Post 163506)
What's a few websites to find used 4 stroke yamahas?

I would try looking in the Quick Quarter and Boats, Bikes & RV's. You never know what you can find in there.


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