Any tips for buying a used outboard?

[TomKat]

I am going to look at a 2 stroke Mariner 75 this afternoon, I will check:-

-compression
-good spark with spark testers (for stator issues)
-PTT working
-good tell tale.

The engine has allegedly ran less that 10 hours from new but has lay for the last 8 years unused (on its side, with it being a 2 stroke I dont seee this as being a big issue, any thoughts?).

Any other suggetions on things to look out for?

Cheers for any pointers.

[Boats&Outboards]

Have a good tug on the cav plate pulling it out (as if trimming up) to check for play on the lower engine mounts, likewise check upper mounts. Check oil injection working and it's not being pre-mixed in the tank. Other than that the test run and compression check will dictate your purchase.

Peter ~ Boatsandoutboards4sale ~ askboatsandoutboards4sale@sky.com ~ 07930 421007

[PeterM]

If its sat for 8 years unused I'd expect some of the gaskets to be dried/ leaking . If you can let it get good and hot to make sure it copes OK .

And if bought 1st thing is to change the impellor at least ....and gearbox oil..

[TomKat]

cheers chaps

[actions]

Have a peek at thread. Engine not used since 2006 help.

For some reason i couldn't post the link on phone so that's the title of thread which i started.

Basically i bought a 4 stroke which had sat for 5 years. Best decision i made. Its brand new engine for a lot less money.

Good luck.

Sent from my galaxy s2

[J.W.W.]

Please be aware of the serious risk that a 2-stroke engine which has been standing still for such a long period (while not being conserved with "storage seal") has a major risk of internal rust marks on both crankshaft and connection rods. In this case your engine will run for somewhere between 3-50 hours before being totally ruined.

The only one who knows if the engine has been properly prepared for storage, will be the owner. Perhaps this owner will be able to proof the engine has be conserved properly, for example by showing you a dealer reciept for this action. (This dealer can also use the term "winterised" instead of conserved). In that case you will be more safe not running this risk, although 8 years is quite a long period..
If not, I personally would quickly take the guess...

Perhaps your price is good anyway and you are willing to take the risk..

Good luck!!
Regards,
Wouter

[9D280]

If it's been indoors in a dry environment that is likely to be a very low risk - remember it will have been covered in 20- stroke oil already.......

As for the oil injection, if it does use premix it boils down to slightly more hassle when you fill the tank....... Just make sure the oil inlet has been sealed if that is the case.

[TomKat]

Originally Posted by J.W.W.

Please be aware of the serious risk that a 2-stroke engine which has been standing still for such a long period (while not being conserved with "storage seal") has a major risk of internal rust marks on both crankshaft and connection rods. In this case your engine will run for somewhere between 3-50 hours before being totally ruined.

The only one who knows if the engine has been properly prepared for storage, will be the owner. Perhaps this owner will be able to proof the engine has be conserved properly, for example by showing you a dealer reciept for this action. (This dealer can also use the term "winterised" instead of conserved). In that case you will be more safe not running this risk, although 8 years is quite a long period..
If not, I personally would quickly take the guess...

Perhaps your price is good anyway and you are willing to take the risk..

Good luck!!
Regards,
Wouter

Good point, I was planning to pull the plugs and look at the bores, if I see any evidence of rust there its time to walk away! No way of knowing what inside the crank looks like but I cant imagine there being corrosion on the crank and not on the bores.

Thanks for the tips, its a 6 hour round trip so I hope it worth it!

[mister p]

Good Luck!!!! Nothing ventured nothing gained. Could be a good start to your 2012 if it works out.
You've got all the right info. Give it a crack. Well worth a look.

[ADI]

I am going to look at a 2 stroke Mariner 75 this afternoon

What was it like then ?