225 evinrude hours

[blitzman17]

need to find out how many hours is alot for outboard this size looking to buy used outboard 225hp 600hours on it well maintained has new stats water pump compression test 99%has maintenance records also are my parts from 200johnson interchgangeable ex: power, pack, vro etcmy boat can handle up to 300hp cant afford to repower motor run in salt water would appreciate a response thank you

 

[noelm]

Re: 225 evinrude hours

best guess is with proper service the motor is still young at 600hrs but neglected at 600hrs it could be ready to scrap

 

[Dhadley]

Re: 225 evinrude hours

I agree. 600 hours could mean it's broke-in or broken.<br /><br />As far as inchagability of parts it depends on what years the two motors are. If they're both 3.0 liter loopers don't expect to see a huge difference.<br /><br />What do you mean the compression test is 99%???

 

[blitzman17]

Re: 225 evinrude hours

what I mean by 99%compression test is the compression test was done on all cylinders compression on all cylinders with in spec ps what is concidered proper service give example would it be a sound buy if maintenance was performed properly anything i would be able to check before buying thanks again for your advice

 

[noelm]

Re: 225 evinrude hours

not too sure if this is any guide but I have engines with over 2,300 hours on them and I replace the water pumps every 2 years (do it my self) grease every thing I can see with OMC triple gaurde grease,spray all motor and bits and pieces with WD40, keep paint work polished and get a "service" every year at a reputable dealer and even with all those hours they still look newish and never had a major drama (hope they don't blow up next time out)