Interchanging Outboards Powerhead/Lower???

[cturboaddict]

I had a question for you guys to see if you could shed some light on my lack of knowledge.
I am looking at purchasing a boat locally that has an older 85 evinrude that needs a little help. Trim isnt working properly (i dont have the boat yet, so diagnosing that problem hasnt begun yet) and i know that in this style of boat the "tower of power" is very popular. I was looking into possibly just buying a newer used motor and putting in on. Something in the 100-175 hp range.

My question was, if i happen to get a powerhead from another boat, is the lower just interchangeable if its an evinrude also?

I guess my question is kind of vague, but was just wondering what works with what. Im not necc sticking to an evinrude, I just want to know what i could possibly end up getting my hands on for a decent price if i put the peices together??

Sorry for my question sounding so "newbie" but i am very new to outboards!! VERY NEW but im a quick learner.

 

[DJ]

Re: Interchanging Outboards Powerhead/Lower???

You're correct, your question is far to vague to come close to an answer.

Get some model numbers and then someone can help you.

 

[cturboaddict]

Re: Interchanging Outboards Powerhead/Lower???

Okay, i guess im getting too far ahead of myself. Im assuming by your response is that some are interchangeable, but ill try and be more specific after I get more information.

 

[Mark42]

Re: Interchanging Outboards Powerhead/Lower???

There are many powerheads that share the same mid-section in the Johnson/Evinrude line. For example, in 2002-2004 the V4 90 and 115 hp motors have the same midsection. So interchange is bolt on. Same with most of the V6 models.

Just got to do some research.

 

[cturboaddict]

Re: Interchanging Outboards Powerhead/Lower???

Thanks for that little insight. Ill have to look more into ONE~purchasing the boat and getting it here to start the master overhaul. Should be by this weekend.
Then ill start looking on something for a repower. Any other info is awsome.