1999 Evinrude 115 ficht

pete s.

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What is the general opinion on the 1999 115hp Evinrude Ficht. The boat I may buy never had the upgrade kit. Is that bad? About 150 total hours, mostly run and gun fishing.
Thanks,
Pete
 

HighTrim

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 ficht

I really hate giving negative feedback, but stay away. That is just my own humble opinion though.
 

emdsapmgr

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 ficht

The 99 was the last year they were produced by OMC. The last years of the OMC fichts were poor quality engines, very problematic. Primarily these 60 degree models. The 2000 and up ficht engines under Bombardier were much, much improved. I personally would not touch a 99 and prior OMC if it did not have all the factory campaigns completed on it. Even then I'd expect a huge discount.
 

AK GAM

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Re: 1999 Evinrude 115 ficht

Has anyone had problems with the Ficht fuel injectors? I bought this motor new in 1999 and it has been flawless. It developed a miss and low power this summer. The dealer is saying the #2 injector is leaking and needs replaced at $555.00 + labor totaling over $1100.00. Has anyone know is these injectors are serviceable? At the high cost it is hard to believe they are a throwaway item?
 
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