At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

[BR549]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

If the Force checks out then that is a good deal - I am not sure but I believe that in 1977 hp was rated at the flywheel as opposed to the prop as it is now. I have a 1999 90 hp Force that I picked up last year - when I was doing my research on the bad reputation it seemed to be based on the pre Mercury days back in the 80's. I agree with you about the horror stories floating around about the Force brand but I think that most of the problems were due to these motors being put on entry level boats and they rec'd little or no maintenience. I have no complaints with my engine, but my neighbor's uncle's friend knew someone that had a Force engine and it killed his dog then stole his truck and ran over a bunch of nuns....

 

[ShawnQ]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

BR549...<br /><br />To be honest, it was my uncle's mom's neighbor's siter's iguana who told my dad that force was no good... <br /><br />I'll check for myself this week. By the way, it's right on the coast...and I've been wanting to wet a line <br /><br />Take care<br />Shawn

 

[9675hpforce]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

Just purchase the motor if its clean and like new. Heck if its perfect looking I will give you 1500 wow you can make a 100% back in one day not bad. Post some pics

 

[sailor_turned_stinkpotter]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

I still think you should take the $700 and buy the new parts and machining for your 65hp and then spend a couple days putting it back together. And I think you mentioned you can do autobody work so prepping and painting the cowling and leg and then spraying it should be a cakewalk for you.<br />Then you will basically have a NEW motor and if you keep the receipts you are guarenteed to get your money back and probably will make a good chunk of change when you sell the boat/motor in a year or so.<br />Plus you will have trouble-free and enjoyable boating in the meantime.<br />Just my .05 cents

 

[dmessy]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

Just wondering ShawnQ...which motor did you decide on?

 

[ShawnQ]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

Still weighing my options actually...<br /><br />I think I'm headed to see the Force this weekend. He also just got a NISSAN he will sell me.<br /><br />I'll post up what I do.<br /><br />Take care<br />Shawn

 

[dmessy]

Re: At this price, is this 1995 70hp force worth it?

Cool check out the post on the guy with a 93 70 HP Force...typical proof of the comments made about Force. Let us know what you end up with , just continue this thread.