2000 Johnson 130

[mcd227]

Hi everyone,<br />I have a question regarding engine hours.<br />I am looking at a 2000 Johnson 130 on a Four Winns deck boat. Boat was a rental boat in salt water in Sarasota since new. It has been serviced and maintained and is pretty clean. Was told it runs great with no issues.<br /><br /> Here is my question. The hours read about 950 on the boat/engine. Is this too many? <br /><br />Since the boat was a rental and does have many hours the dealer who bought the boats (5-6) got them at a good price and is selling them at a good price as well. <br /><br />If anyone can shoot me back any info or their opinion I would appreciate it.

 

[Cricket Too]

Re: 2000 Johnson 130

Welcome to iboats mcd. Well that's a lot of hours for a 2000 almost 200 a year, but I guess that's normal for Florida, since it gets used year round, up here they have to sit for at least 3 months or so, which doesn't do them any good. If it was maintained well it should be alright. I would definitely do a water test and ask to see service records for things like carb cleanings and water pump/impeller changes. Ask when the last time these two things were done & check the lower unit oil for water. As long as you keep up the maintenance you will probably be alright, but keep in mind that used is used.

 

[mcd227]

Re: 2000 Johnson 130

Thanks for the welcome Cricket.<br />Yes the hours scare em a bit but I will have the motor gone over if I get real serious. <br />Being a rental with 7 days of potential use for 5 years 1000 hours is pretty realistic.<br /><br />If a rebuild is necessary for one of these guys do you have an idea of cost?<br /><br />Thanks again