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Thanks Pat, your wisdom for Champion boats is priceless !!

I'm wanting a 175 and I have found a few here in the states. Trying to decide on the new 3.4 liter Mercury or Yamaha 2.7 liter. What are your thoughts on a Suzuki? I'm staying at our beach house at...

Has anyone had any dealings with "Marine Outboard Motor"? They sell New old outboards. Most are 2019 and 2020 models. The only thing I'm concerned with is they are based in Singapore.

So,, I too am in the market for new units. Why do I see the Solix units as Gen2 and the Helix units as Gen3. Aren't the Solix units supposed to be the latest technology?

Sweet !!! I just love the old hull look. My favorite..

Had the same problem with the 89 184 I bought last year. It took both hands and a lot of muscle to turn the engine even on the trailer. Had to replace one of the steering cables. Disconnected both...

I am an Amsoil dealer as well. Amsoil offers several types of 2 stroke oils. Make sure you have the correct one. I bought an 89 Champion 184 DCR with an 89 175 Black Max about a year ago. I...

I did pull the bad cable from the front with a rope tied to the rear. Makes it much easier when pulling the new cable back toward the engine.

Just replace one of mine yesterday, (the rear cable). I have an 89 184 with "The Rack" steering system on it and the cable is an SSC12412 which is a 12' cable. Got mine from Go2Marine for $109.11....

Thank you for this post. I just bought an 89 184 with a 175 Merc. My steering is so hard I have to use both hands even when the boat is on the trailer.

Thanks guys.. I know the boat is old, but heck, so am I!! Not gonna do any tournament fishing just casual stuff. It has an 1985 Merc 150 that the owner says runs like new,,, should scoot pretty good...

I've spotted a very clean used 1978 17' Champion. It is a "V" bottom boat and not the old tri-hull. Was wondering when Champion started making the "V" bottom boats. Is this the same hull that lasted...

Hey IRONMAN,, I'm still waiting for an invite to fish with you and your Dad in your new boat !!!!

Great looking boat!! The first Champion I ever rode in was an 89 184 DCR, and I've been looking for one ever since !!!

Are there any year model/brands that were more prone to problems than others?
When I buy my next boat, it will be a one shot deal. Will be retiring soon and won't have the $ to do it again or pay...

I'm probably gonna start an uproar here but I have a question. Why do I keep reading about lots of people having to replace their powerhead or doing complete overhauls. The last new boat I owned was...

Wow,, being new to this forum I did't realize there was a "For Sale" section. Just checked it out and there are some really nice Champs on here. I have been researching craigs list for months and...

That's a really nice one BassinBarrister!! Hopefully I will be able to get me one this year. I've waited since 1990.

Post a pic so we can drool over it too !!!!!

Hey,,, I know that street !!!
Good looking boat BV... aka IRONMAN...
Your Dad told me the other day you finally found one. Can't wait to see it in person. Next time I visit my daughter I may walk...