Used Outboards

[Bigshrimpin]

Sorry . . . I meant spare compressors for his own boat, not for customers motors. The guy runs twin 225 opti's on his Boston Whaler.

[gofastsandman]

Originally Posted by Bigshrimpin

Sorry . . . I meant spare compressors for his own boat, not for customers motors. The guy runs twin 225 opti's on his Boston Whaler.

Couldn't just leave that there haha.

[bgreene]

Comment on buying used outboards - you can get perfectly good used and save a lot of money if you do your homework like anything else.

1. Check the seller properly for any bad reviews, bad reputation and any BBB complaints.
2. Ask the right questions
3. Get what you need in writing - a reputable seller with nothing to hide will be pleased to provide what you request.

I've bought two separate 200 hp outboards at roughly 1/2 cost new and turned out perfect.

Large boat dealers often have fine used that get swapped out as owners want new or bigger motors.

Nice job you did listing the problematic motors, seems right on target.

[rcnight]

Gents: Would like your input on the following. I ran across a pair of 2004 Optimax 135's counter rotating, well cared for with low hours. Owner wanted more power and 4 strokes. Would like your input on what to expect for the noise level and fuel burn. These would be going on my 23 WA. Thanks again.