Motor help

[RaginCagin]

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]

Originally Posted by RaginCagin

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]

Nobody knows a place that sells quality used motors?

[Ray]

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]

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]

Originally Posted by Dink

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]

Originally Posted by Dink

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]

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]

Originally Posted by RaginCagin

Nobody knows a place that sells quality used motors?

Try outboardrepairs.com, you might get lucky.

[RaginCagin]

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

[all star rod]

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

[daboatman]

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]

Originally Posted by all star rod

Check out Boat Unlimited in Baton Rouge......
BTW, Yamaha 4 Strokes are the best on the market at catching fire!

Fixed......

[BayBolt23]

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

[longsidelandry]

Originally Posted by BayBolt23

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.