chumbucket
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They don't call them two-thirsty-fives for nothing. :-/
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chesapeake724
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Should be a fun trip, and I'll be sure to document the work along the way.
The trailer is a 5000# single-axle that the seller's boss sold to him a couple years ago. Not sure of the make or year. We'll see at title transfer. After having owned both, I think down the road I'll be upgrading to a tandem whenever I come across a good deal. I will be mostly trailering, and agree that tandems offer more peace of mind and are worth the little expense in the maneuverability department.
BS's explanation might, errr...explain things. The cowling says 175hp. The seller said that 'we found out it was a 235, not a 175'. Maybe in OMC's rating transition, a 'newer' cowling was put on. Then, when it came to replacing parts, maybe during the 'rebuild', the model came up as the '235hp' model. I had an '88 Johnson 200 on the Grady. So when I saw this engine, I thought to myself that this block isn't as big as the 200's was. Methinks it's a 175, in current terms. We'll see what the verdict is, when I bring it in to get the flywheel fixed.
Next weekend is looking busier and busier, so I'll either take off work and pick her up earlier or will push it off until the beginning of next week.
The trailer is a 5000# single-axle that the seller's boss sold to him a couple years ago. Not sure of the make or year. We'll see at title transfer. After having owned both, I think down the road I'll be upgrading to a tandem whenever I come across a good deal. I will be mostly trailering, and agree that tandems offer more peace of mind and are worth the little expense in the maneuverability department.
BS's explanation might, errr...explain things. The cowling says 175hp. The seller said that 'we found out it was a 235, not a 175'. Maybe in OMC's rating transition, a 'newer' cowling was put on. Then, when it came to replacing parts, maybe during the 'rebuild', the model came up as the '235hp' model. I had an '88 Johnson 200 on the Grady. So when I saw this engine, I thought to myself that this block isn't as big as the 200's was. Methinks it's a 175, in current terms. We'll see what the verdict is, when I bring it in to get the flywheel fixed.
Next weekend is looking busier and busier, so I'll either take off work and pick her up earlier or will push it off until the beginning of next week.
BS are you sure they rated at the prop in 1985? I had a 185 Evinrude on my first V20 (1985) and it was rated at the powerhead. Either way, I agree with you, gas is alot cheaper than an engine update. The 235 hp might drink gas, however they were hard to destroy. Also, if the trailer is sound, use it. You'll find it's alot easier than a tandem at the ramp.
macojoe
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I agree with SK, fix up the motor and sell it!! 150 to 175 is all you will ever need!!
As far as the trailer, I had a single axle that was a 1980 that I got with the boat. I used it for 6 years before i got my new tandam and I could have gone a little longer!!
IMO, you should survey the boat and work on the important stuff first!! the rest will come with time.
As far as the trailer, I had a single axle that was a 1980 that I got with the boat. I used it for 6 years before i got my new tandam and I could have gone a little longer!!
IMO, you should survey the boat and work on the important stuff first!! the rest will come with time.
Chesapeak 724, Didn't make it up there Fri night. I had the Hyway Marine check out my engine when I purchased my boat and was not happy with the information they gave me. Was expecting a written report with compression test for the price, what I got was verbale saying engine checked out fine compression was good? Make sure all request are writen. I did't really care as I bought at a realy good price and had heard engine run. As for the engine use it for now shortly the new mid range E-TEC motors will be available and there will be a lot of good tradins (used) Johnson-Evinrude motors. Crusher
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Seakindly
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I say sell the thirsty beast ASAP, because the only reason it may have a decent resale value is because it is only 20 hours on the rebuild. Use it for a year or two and it will sell for chump change, if it is still sellable. Sell it ASAP and you get the v20 for a very minimal investment considering that the trailer and functional electronics have some value also. That way, as your hull restoration progresses you will not be so depressed as those costs ALWAYS turn out to be more than expected. When you are done with the hull you will know what is left in your budget for the right sized engine (150 hp). That 235 is not gonna do your hull any good either. That 1987 hull already has problems evident to you on your first inspection. It is a good bet it has more and the guy from the boatyard knows this, which is why he is willing to take 2840 for the whole package. Crusher picked up his v20 of similar vintage in excellent condition - it had a 115 on it. Does that tell you something? It is probably a good deal for you, since you are motivated, but you should be realistic in your expectations. BTW, Seacrets, I know lots of guys that killed those motors, and their boats too, although they had some rather compelling reasons to do so :-X
CPK, whatever you do, I wish you sucess.
CPK, whatever you do, I wish you sucess.
chesapeake724
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Interesting, MJ. You almost always associate a boat survey with being part of the pre-sale process, either on the seller's or buyer's part. It didn't occur to me to use a survey to find out all about a boat you already own to see what needs fixing. That's some good advice.
Crusher,
No problem. This deal isn't really Highway Marine's transaction. The seller happens to work there and HM's owner's girlfiend put it up on eBay as a favor. There's not really any dealer support prior to or after the sale. It's just sitting in their lot. Which is fine. At this price, I'm not expecting any service to go with it. Sorry you didn't really have a good experience with them. I've heard something similar to that before. I love it when they say a boat "passes the compression test". What do they think, we're stupid? A V-6 might have 120psi in five cylinders and 60psi in a toasted one and it's going to technically have "compression". I'm with you. Give me the numbers.
Crusher,
No problem. This deal isn't really Highway Marine's transaction. The seller happens to work there and HM's owner's girlfiend put it up on eBay as a favor. There's not really any dealer support prior to or after the sale. It's just sitting in their lot. Which is fine. At this price, I'm not expecting any service to go with it. Sorry you didn't really have a good experience with them. I've heard something similar to that before. I love it when they say a boat "passes the compression test". What do they think, we're stupid? A V-6 might have 120psi in five cylinders and 60psi in a toasted one and it's going to technically have "compression". I'm with you. Give me the numbers.
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Seakindly
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CPK - SPEAKING OF NUMBERS - yOU CANT TELL A MOTOR BY IT'S COVER.
Take the cover off and ther should be a round pressed in button with the model # and serial # on the top of the powerhead. These numbers should match those on a plate on the transom bracket. The model number will tell you exactly what it is - yr shaft lenth hp etc. Post it if you want to know what all the letters and numbers stand for.
Gotta go.
Take the cover off and ther should be a round pressed in button with the model # and serial # on the top of the powerhead. These numbers should match those on a plate on the transom bracket. The model number will tell you exactly what it is - yr shaft lenth hp etc. Post it if you want to know what all the letters and numbers stand for.
Gotta go.