Pro Force Mechanic

[Macattack]

I live in Michigan near Detroit. I'm buying a used boat with a Force 150 on it. Is there a professional Force mechanic near where I live? Where do I get parts for the motor? Thanks Mac Attack

 

[dave in toledo]

Re: Pro Force Mechanic

hi , im no pro but im close, i have the same motor, will help when i can, just rebuilding mine now. word of advice, decarb regularly, and watch the gaskets on the water intake side, they tend to blow on these motors, mine did and i didnt know it in time , complete rebuild<br /><br />parts are really easy to find for this motor, google up fore 150 parts and you will find them

 

[Macattack]

Re: Pro Force Mechanic

Dave in Toledo when I inspect the boat what should I look for on the 150. Are there any tell tale signs of trouble to look for? Or anyone else with 150 experience. Thanks

 

[roscoe]

Re: Pro Force Mechanic

An in lake/river test drive is a must!!!!!!!<br />No excuses from the seller. Its a deal breaker.<br />Load the boat up with fuel and people to approximate weight you will be hauling.<br />Run it around for a half hour.<br /><br />Make sure the tilt and trim are working.<br />Make sure the boat and motor perform up to your expectations.<br />Then take it to your mechanic and have him go over the engine. Have him check the lower unit, the compression, voltage rectifier/charging system, and anything else that just doesn't look or sound right when you test drive it. The compression readings should be in the 120+ range, and be within 10# of each other.<br /><br />Paying a mechanic $75 now, could save you $2,000 to $5,000 later.

 

[dave in toledo]

Re: Pro Force Mechanic

hahah i ment close in proximity , not close to being a pro...hahah<br /><br />the 150 has a history of blowing exauste plate gasket, also if the carbs arent in sinc, it will run lean and be running low on lubricant....