Engine Repair

You guys know anyone who works on evinrude engines in the Montgomery area? I have a 1999 Evinruded 200 Ficht that I need some work on. It is an OMC motor so I wasn't sure.

I went to Evinrude/Bombardier website and they listed Gene's Marine in Clanton, a place in LaGrange and a place in Newnan. Since I work in Montgomery, Gene's would be the most convenient, but was hoping for some input or other options.

I have only had one dealing with Gene's and it was getting a part for a busted axle. They were closing when we got there and opened back up to go get us the parts to fix our axle and offered to come help. I haven't had any experience other than that.

I have someone recommended in Dothan, but would rather keep it close by if possible.

Thanks,

Steve

I have my motor worked on at Gene's in Montgomery. I know two of the mechanics and trust there work. They never done me wrong.

Thanks, I will give them a call. That would be really good since they are just up the road .

I second Eddie's comment. Gene's in Montgomery has a pretty good service dept. There is a guy nammed John that runs the service dept. that will help you out. Last time I was there he was still there. He comes and goes sometimes but last I heard he is still there. I have heard good and some bad about them but all my dealings have been good and I will keep them as my mechanic until otherwise. Good luck!!!

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I have used them and the service is good. Montgomery Marine charges to much for me. I need work done on a budget. Took my boat in on Wednesday and they told me it would be done by Sat and I was done in 3 hours!

Gene's... http://xs-s.com/zf/images/smile/emthup.gif

I've always gotten good service and reasonable pricing there.....I re-powered with my H.O. from there...have had warranty problems and have always got fast service. I have heard good and bad......but I think you will hear that about ANY marine repair facility.

They have always shot it straight with me.

Well, I appreciate the information on Gene's, but I called them and they won't work on an Evinrude Ficht and said they didn't know anyone that would. Just my luck.

Back to square one.

Oh well, Time to go buy a mercury!!! http://www.bassboatcentral.com/smileys/stirthepot.gif ( Rick, I thought you would like that )

I have been pondering that very idea.

My needs just outweigh my wants so I will just have to wait.

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Steve Grammer Marine in Vance is got a real good mechanic that works on the Ficht but not the Etec not set up for it. They are a Yamaha and Merc dealer. If you need their phone number let me know

WB

Warren,
can you email me his number. swilliams@cricpa.com. I left a message with a guy in Noonan that works on fichts. That is the problem I am having is finding someone that will work on a ficht.
thanks,
steve

Grammer (205) 553-4174

Steve hope you got up with Chris at Grammer, he should have you up an going in no time. http://xs-s.com/zf/images/smile/emthup.gif http://xs-s.com/zf/images/smile/emthup.gif

Have you called Scott Brech at Brech Marine in Selma?

Brech Marine
Bombardier & Yamaha
Scott/Ronnie
3049 Hwy 80 E • Selma, AL 36701 • 334-875-3484

Steve have you herd from Grammer Marine on your motor yet?

WB

Had some changes in my work schedule and couldn't get it to them this week. Taking tomorrow assuming I can get off work and get there before 12:00.

The guys I spoke with on the phone said they would get would me back in business.

I hope so Steve..... http://xs-s.com/zf/images/smile/emthup.gif

Steve any word on your motor?

They haven't gotten to it.




Modified by swilliams at 6:31 PM 4/11/2008