2005 Etec still in box

[jus4funn2010]

Although I recently said that Id never have another OMC motor, I found a 2005 225 HO etec New with warranty. Very good deal but it will be 7 years old as soon as it starts, I know this. My questions are these.... can a 20" shaft be converted to a 25 without a lot of expense? Is this 225 HO engine suitable for saltwater on a center console boat? Any specific problems about this year and model that is well documented? thanks for all the help!

 

[Georgesalmon]

Re: 2005 Etec still in box

20" shaft is probably why its still around new in box. I wanted to convert a 20 to 25. Was a merc but just the same it was over $2500.00 just sayin, I didn't do it. Was cheaper to sell and buy a 25", though I ended up with an older motor. Probably don't want to cut your transom down if using in the ocean? There all Ok for saltwater if you keep it flushed out.

 

[jus4funn2010]

Re: 2005 Etec still in box

my boat has a bracket on the back so no transom mod would be needed. The boat is a HydraSports 230 Seahorse, very long bracket on these boats.

 

[Sea Rider]

Re: 2005 Etec still in box

If your boat has a long engine bracket, go for it then, a matter to set bracket & engine height and trim correctly under error and trial at wot for best performance.

Happy Boating