Buying picton 150 that isnt running. what to look for????

[welshsteven]

Hey guys,

I'm new here, forums look good and i hope you can help! I'm going to look at a picton 150 gto speed boat, with a suzuki 55hp oil injected engine which hasn't been running for a few years. It hasnt been used for 6 years but was running up until 18months ago apparently. My question is, what do i look for when inspecting this??? the reason I ask is because it's a bargain of a boat and I do enjoy a nice project to work on, but i'm new to boats and engines. I'm an electrician by trade.

I figure i need to check compression of cylinders and spark from the plug, but where else can i start to prevent myself from buying a wreck. The guy mentioned that the seals on the jet impellor maybe be sticking, and that's why it may not start, but

A. i dont know what these are,
B. i cant see how the impellor would prevent the engine from running and
C. i dont know how to check them.

Are there any common faults, i.e bearings or wear i should look for.

Many thanks in advance.

Steve

 

[Whoopbass]

Re: Buying picton 150 that isnt running. what to look for????

Maybe some of the threads in the FAQ section will help you.
http://forums.iboats.com/forumdisplay.php?f=31

Sounds like the Seller might be saying the pump is froze and not allowing the motor to turn. You can drop the pump and see if it will turn over.
I doubt its going to start since it has sat for 18 months or longer.

Suzuki's are good motors but parts are expensive.