Powerhead remanufacturing service

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

At Chris Carson's Marine Servic,a family owned and operated business,we have been servicing and rebuilding outboard motors in the same location,under the same ownership and management since 1984,in Key Largo,Fl.We offer free pickup and delivery in most of Florida,and can painlessly arrange inexpensive shipping for folks farther away.Unlike most rebuilders happy to supply a re-man block,we have a "soup to nuts"approach,we receive your complete powerhead,dressed with fuel and electrics..
You will know the price range for the work before the motor is shipped,the motor is torn down,accessed,priced,ok'd,and them serviced.
This service includes all cylinders bored,all new pistons,rings,gaskets,seals,rod,wrist,main bearings,thermostats,poppet valves,fuel,oil and electric systems serviced,etc.
The powerhead is then installed on a midsection and run in a test tank with a test prop for light loading,and systems checked,after which it is mounted on a test boat for partial breakin and final adjustments.Only after this thorough testing will your motor be re-crated and returned...remanufactured,tuned,timed,adjusted,wat er tested and with 1/2 the breakin completed.The work performed will carry a one year warranty.
We also offer performance upgrades to enhance your motors performance while maintaining durability and ease of maintainence,and of course all our motors are equipped with our signature composite reeds.
Since beginning our supporting vendor status,you've probably seen our yellow banner ad regarding CCMS Custom Reed Valves,our side business,but we've never advertised rebuilding here,and only recently mentioned our services in a few posts.After remaining a few powerheads from this site I have to say its nice to work on fresh water motors!
So,should I change our reed valve add to a powerhead add?Please comment,thanks for reading,Chris Carson & family.

[ctered]

Advertising is used to gain business. If you believe it will generate business and it turn pay for the advertising then yes, I would consider it. How about another separate add for the other services you offer since you have essentially 2 businesses being the reeds and then all other services you provide. I am sure Al would appreciate the business as well.

[Wild Heethen]

Man if you guys had a location in NW AR. you could make a lot of money.

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Man if you guys had a location in NW AR. you could make a lot of money.

Heethen,I can have your powerhead picked up,delivered and returned for 400-500$,Chris

[Wild Heethen]

Heethen,I can have your powerhead picked up,delivered and returned for 400-500$,Chris

Well as of right now, I am not in need of your services. Nothing personal, but I hope I never need you---lol. Do you guys do Yamaha? Up here people are starving for good outboard mechanics. That's why I have always taken my Yamahas to Hydra Tech for routine maintenance. I'll spread the word about you.

[lbi2000]

One of the bass boater's "never discussed but on mind" topic is .... how long is my outboard going to last, when is it gong to blow up, is it going to happen in a tournament...

There are DEFINITELY alot of us that would jump at a rebuild service that is top of line

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Ibi2000,read my post in general in" life expectancy of outboards",you may find it worthwhile,feel free to call if you need anything,Chris

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Well,changed it up a little,what do you think?,Chris

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Excuse me,apparently not yet...

[ChampioNman]

Oh I get it the Yellow banner/siggy. Yep looks good.

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Oh I get it the Yellow banner/siggy. Yep looks good.

Thanks,pass the word,Chris

[vishus]

Chris,

How much to rebuild a 2.5efi?

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Chris,

How much to rebuild a 2.5efi?

The basic flat rate including all cylinders bored,new pistons,bearings,small parts,glass reeds,systems checked,and test run,then water tested,is 3000$.There is a core charge of 500$ for either bad crank or unrepairable block,or 1000$ for both if both are bad.No more upcharges for other mechanical parts...rods,heads,etc.If an electrical part shows to be faulty during testing you'll have to pay for the part,no more labor.Shipping both ways will be no more than 500$,call to discuss,Chris

[Chefie]

I gotta add , Chris has been around the high performance outboard scene for a long time . His shop is one of the most respeced rebuilders in the business . He will personally talk to you and address any motor need , be it stock or super trick . He stands behind his work .

[bassburch]

I just had my 2.5 efi done by Chris. After calling and talking to about 8 different rebuilders, both local and around the country, CCMS I decided was the best value with the most positive references for a stock rebuild.

The kicker for me was when my local outboard expert Bruce all the way up here in Minnesota already knew Chris and recommended him and already was selling the CCMS reeds.


I should have the powerhead next week, installed and ready to get back out on the water! Will report back :)

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Matt,your Powerhead should arrive Wednesday,Chris

[vishus]

Are we talking about the 2.5efi / 260hp? Because if so, you aren't boring my cylinders. Nikasil.

Now if you are, new sleeves or re-nik and new 2.5efi pistons...

Sorry if I wasn't clear on motor types.

[ChrisCarsonMarine]

Are we talking about the 2.5efi / 260hp? Because if so, you aren't boring my cylinders. Nikasil.

Now if you are, new sleeves or re-nik and new 2.5efi pistons...

Sorry if I wasn't clear on motor types.

Youre correct,I was assuming you were speaking of a stock 2.5 Efi...150-175-200,steel sleeve motor.High perf,custom,and plated motors don't fit into the flat rate price skedual,sometimes their not more...just depends the condition of the plating etc,Chris

[bassburch]

Matt,your Powerhead should arrive Wednesday,Chris

I got the powerhead back and installed, and its nearly done being broken in!

It was very easy to do and I don't even own an engine hoist or have much garage experience. I rented an engine hoist from a local rental shop for $20. Other than a few bolts there really isn't much to it. Anyone who isn't afraid to turn a wrench could do it, and probably save themselves a good chunk of money in the long run.

I like the fact that Chris installs the rebuilt powerhead on a test boat and runs it for a few hours of initial break-in before crating and shipping the powerhead off. Plus its nice that he stands behind his work by offering a warranty with the powerhead at no additional charge.

Communication was excellent from initial contact to post-install follow ups. You can tell Chris is really working hard to do everything he can make sure his customer is happy, which not everyone does these days. Thanks Chris! Will do business again (but hopefully not anytime soon if you know what I mean!).

[K-DAWG]

Chris,

Ran the reeds I traded a fuel pump to you for. Motor is much better out of the hole. I mean night and day difference. It was sluggish out of the hole. Now it really jumps out when I gas it. Call me crazy but, the 200 is faster out of the hole than the 260 I just pulled off it last month. Prior to the reed change it wasnt. I didnt think reeds made that much difference. Reckon I was way wrong.