Thinking of purchasing an 83 Mariner 150 to repower a boat I bought that didn’t have a motor. Looks to be in great shape and the price is right. Any thoughts on this motor or anything I should look out for when I go to check it out?
83 Mariner
Thinking of purchasing an 83 Mariner 150 to repower a boat I bought that didn’t have a motor. Looks to be in great shape and the price is right. Any thoughts on this motor or anything I should look out for when I go to check it out?
don't forget that's a 2.0 122cu in. mtr wouldn't out it on a big heavy boat crank rated hp, about like todays 125
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The price needs to be right-right. I think the '83 was still a first gen block having the head bolt bosses on the sides of the cylinders. If it lets go, it is not worth a rebuild. At a minimum do a compression check if possible and check the lower unit for water intrusion. If running good, it is a very basic carbureted, dependable, easy to maintain & work on engine
is first gen bolts on cyl
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