Hello-<br /><br />As of late my 1980 35 HP Evinrude hasn't been cutting it in terms of performance. I am looking in getting a used engine in the 50-60 HP range (my boat is rated up to 85hp). However, I am not certain on how to go about achieving these two objectives.<br /><br />My current engine, since I've had it, has had its power pack, water pump, and lower unit replaced. It runs reliably without stalling and is fairly well maintained. (passes compression tests, etc) The only thing is that it needs a new paint job on the scraped lower unit. I am unsure of how much I can expect to get for this. Also, I don't really know how to effectively market it. (newspaper, internet?) Also, what steps should I take once the deal is completed? How do I dismantle the engine?<br /><br />My final question is how much a decent used 2-stroke engine in the 50-60 HP range (1980's-90's) would cost and where I could find one. I've tried many google searches but I can't find what I am looking for, and would prefer to buy somewhere local.<br /><br />I'd appreciate any help, thanks!
