would you repair or part this engine?

[stackz]

I got around to pulling the 1984 70hp evinrude out of the woods at my grandpa's place and got it up to my house.

I built a stand for it and as I was hoisting it upright, I noticed a steady stream of "powder" coming from the engine. looked closer and it was coming from a hole in the block at the #2 rod.

I do have the paperwork for this engine so, at worst, I'd need to find either a powerhead or piece one together off ebay. at best, I'd just weld the block up and find a crank and a single rod off ebay.

anyway, I think in running condition the engine would be worth around $1500 or so, right?

Its got a stainless prop and everything else looks good but searching on ebay at completed auctions makes me think the economy has people not really buying used parts so it really makes me wonder how I'd make out better? parting it, or fixing it?

one thing I know that works (just looks bad) is the tilt/trim setup as I had to hook it to a battery to get it level so I could get it on the stand.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: would you repair or part this engine?

If you are personally planning on running this motor then go ahead an fix it. It would be a worthwhile investment. However, I would not invest in a new powerhead just to sell it.

 

[stackz]

Re: would you repair or part this engine?

I always have grand plans but more projects than I can handle lol. I keep telling myself I'll fix it since its got a good title and then find a small boston whaler to toss it on and have a blast. truth be told I just dont see that honestly happening anywhere in the near future.

any idea what it might be worth if I parted it?

here's what I'm "thinking"

carb setup, top cap, prop, foot, heads, possibly 2 piston/rods, tilt/trim, mounting plate w/title, lower cowl, starter, flywheel, miscellaneous.

looks to be maybe $900 or so in parts on ebay on a good day. ugh, I just cant make up my mind sometimes.

 

[DJ]

Re: would you repair or part this engine?

Stackz,

You have a PM (Private Message).