Motor Choice

[txswinner]

New to boating and down to 2 choices<br />a. 1991 Ranger w/Johnson 175 boat and motor are in showroom condition excellent records, one owner and obvious is a very detail oriented person <br />OR<br />b. 2000 Skeeter w/ 150 Yamaha been fished run hard tournament fisher man, no major flaws but has been used a good deal. Young owner added oil and fuel and ran it. <br /><br />I am most concerned about the motor if boat was only question the choice of the Ranger would be obvious because of pristine condition.<br /><br />All comments appreciated.

 

[kirkland]

Re: Motor Choice

If i had to choose between boat and motor with regular Tender Loving Care or Total Lack of Care , my choice would be the ranger...both are good out of the box...but just something to be said about a well cared for craft in showroom condition...to be safe though i would do due diligence on any boat you choose, no matter what the outward appearance...

 

[Brew2]

Re: Motor Choice

You can ruin a motor pretty fast, so if you think the Yamaha has possibly been mistreated vs. the Johnson maintained well...I'd certainly go for the Johnson even though it is much older.<br /><br />Like DEIFan suggests, which ever way you go a pre-purchase inspection would be prudent. Most notably ensure that you have good compression on all cylinders. Any marine will do a pre-purchase inspection of the motor for you. I had one done about 6-7 years ago and it cost about $150. Was worth it for peace of mind.<br /><br />Good luck!

 

[JB]

Re: Motor Choice

To Outboard Non-Repair.