Should I buy a 1984 chrysler 50hp o/b motor that is in good condition

[heyitswebb]

I have an opportunity to buy a 1984 50 hp chrysler outboard, i've heard good things and bad, wher can I get more info on this model motor I could'nt find a picture of it anywhere on the web. Can i still get parts or who still works on them, I was told they no are no longer made. Any one who has a picture of one I would love to have it, E-mail heyitswebb@wmconnect.com. Thanks Tim

 

[Spidybot]

Re: Should I buy a 1984 chrysler 50hp o/b motor that is in good condition

Chrysler's have been out of production for a number of years. Many have an experience of more fixing than boating with them and spares can be hard to find. Mechanics most often don't like them as they tend to take much time (=$$).<br /><br />They did perform average in their time but as most a 84'er does not stand up to competition from more modern designs. And it will be a 'friend for life' as nobody would want to buy it later on, should you decide to trade.<br /><br />I'd suggest you look for a bargain on a major brand, still in production and with a service point not too far away from you.<br /><br />A search on this forum will show plenty of info on Chryslers - 200 hits alone in the Outboards forum.

 

[Ferrariiwish]

Re: Should I buy a 1984 chrysler 50hp o/b motor that is in good condition

Check out my post.<br />"Force experts.Your experience is needed"<br />then make up your own mind.<br />You can get parts,it just takes a while.

 

[Spidybot]

Re: Should I buy a 1984 chrysler 50hp o/b motor that is in good condition

Hey Larry<br /><br />Nice example of how you can sometimes have problems at the most unexpected times. I mean, fitting a ring shouldn't be a problem - especially not to pro's.<br /><br />This is just one of many small issues that points out why I suggest a major brand to Tim. Folks who are not D-Y-I's can end up paying zillions to marine mechanics who have to charge every hour spend - no matter the thing is worth it or not.