Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

[noshelter]

looked at a 17foot with a 150HP mariner on the back, engine "looks" in good shape, but i haven't seen it run yet, just got the first look today, does anyone know anything about these motors, are they reliable, sturdy, all that jazz, anyone have any websites or links, it would be used for everything, fishing in the salt, water skiing lakes, etc, thanks in advance everyone

 

[moderator1]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

Let's try outboard, non-repair......

 

[ziemann]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

Year and model please-

 

[rg33]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

Got one and I am happy. Starts, runs good, I trust it. Use mine on inland waters, do not know salt worthiness.

 

[phatmanmike]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

merc v6 motors are tried and true. you cant lose. ive had them. i know many many others still running them.<br /><br />if you wanta ta learn about merc v6 , go to screamandfly.com

 

[noshelter]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

bump, thanks guys, it's a 6 cylinder, i'm gonna call tomorrow and maybe get some muffs on it, the guy's asking 4995$, sorry i dont know the year, but the cowling is straight grey, boxy design, big MARINER letters on each side<br /><br />thanks guys<br /><br /><br />sss

 

[noshelter]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

update, 1982, 2-stroke, 150hp mariner<br /><br />any other thoughts?<br /><br /><br />sss

 

[phatmanmike]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

excellent, i THINK it is a 2.0L<br /><br />i think.<br /><br />excellent, regardless

 

[noshelter]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

thanks myout, i'm not sure if i wanna stay with a 2 stroke though, was hoping for a 4-stroke, but if this is worth it, i might jump on it, the guy said the leg and head were redone 4 years ago and never a problem since, simple maintenance, proper mix<br /><br /><br />any other pieces of advice, thoughts, things to look for? thanks

 

[Solittle]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

Seems pricey to me if it is a salt water engine.

 

[noshelter]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

solittle, it's been used mostly in the fresh, local lakes in the area, it has been in the salt, but definitely not the majority of the time, i would be using it in the salt, but i'm very good with flushing it out immediately afterward, $4995 includes the 17 footer also, w/ trailer, just to clarify

 

[timmathis]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

Who is the boat made by and year?

 

[timmathis]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

I also would do a compression check, and ask to see paperwork on rebuild. Tim

 

[noshelter]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

good call mathis, the boat is a canaventure, 17 footer, no leaks, just some aesthetics, it's not the best looking boat, but it would do, that's for sure, already has a tow bar mounted, fold down seats, closed bow, seats 6

 

[BillP]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

1982 rig with 150 Mariner (4 yr rebuild)for $4999...way too much money where I live, fresh or salt.

 

[timmathis]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

More like $1000-$2000 range around here!

 

[noshelter]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

even with the boat/trailer, goodies, you think that's a bit high? i'm in bc, canada

 

[Scali]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

the only way it's worth 5 grand is if it's a Whaler !<br />Or in ultra mint condition

 

[timmathis]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

Yes. Even in BC Canada.

 

[spitfire9au]

Re: Mariner OBs, 150HP, thoughts, advice?

geeze you guys are lucky. I reckon in Aus something like would fetch $6-$8k aus.