Recomendation for engine work near Buffalo, NY

[garbageguy]

Can anyone recommend a good shop or mechanic for engine work near Buffalo or Tonawanda, NY? I've got a VP 5.7 GL in a 1998 Wellcraft 240 SE that could use some work this off-season. If I had a place to do it, I'd do it myself. But that is not the case, and I can't seem to find any recommendations, just ads. Thanks in advance.

 

[garbageguy]

Re: Recomendation for engine work near Buffalo, NY

It seems there are no specific recommendations for my area. Short of that, any suggestions on how to go about identifying a good marine mechanic? I have asked around, but never seem to get a definitive answer, name, phone number, etc. Any suggestions appreciated.

 

[Slip Away]

Re: Recomendation for engine work near Buffalo, NY

A boater I know who lives in North Tonawanda has his boat serviced at Nautech. He has a Four Winns with VP power/sterndrive.

Volvo Penta - Buffalo, NY Boat Repair

 

[mr 88]

Re: Recomendation for engine work near Buffalo, NY

Are you talking about general maintenance or pulling the engine and rebuilding it ? Your post is to vague.

 

[JimS123]

Re: Recomendation for engine work near Buffalo, NY

My guy comes under the heading of "mobile mechanic". He doesn't advertise and he doesn't accept new clients. So, I can't help you there. He does the work at my house. Can't be better than that...! If I needed the engine pulled he would take it to his shop...if I let him, which I wouldn't because I would sell the boat first....LOL. There are 2 other mobile guys that DO advertise. I won't post their names, but be advised to stay away from them.

As far as Marine Dealers, I would endorse Brobeil, Collins and Bow & Stern. You'll get a good job at a fair price. When I say "fair", don't expect it to be cheap. I won't name the bad dealers, but if they are not on the list they are either bad or I have no experience with them.

There is a new guy in Wheatfield called SP Marine. I've heard good things about his price and work, but I can't endorse him personally one way or the other.

PS - never heard of Nautech, so they are not on my good OR bad list.

 

[garbageguy]

Re: Recomendation for engine work near Buffalo, NY

Are you talking about general maintenance or pulling the engine and rebuilding it ? Your post is to vague.

It will likely be more than general maintenance. It needs a compression test, to see how things are, never had it done in the 2 seasons I've had this boat. It runs fine, but consumes a lot of oil. It seems to be a well-cared boat with a fair amount of hours (no meter), but it may be time for more than just tune-up items.