<table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by Largemouthlou &raquo;</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">I have around 340 on mine and no where near ready for a rebuild..</td></tr></table>

+1

Recommend (at a minimum):
-Compression test AND Leak-down test

-Printouts from the Computer Diagnostic System of Run History, and Freeze Frame (Fault) History

-Gearcase check

-Maintenance history (and needs) review

-Of course- a test run on the water to confirm proper operation.

Although that's well above average hours, it's really not the HOURS that are critical. What's far more important is HOW THE ENGINE WAS SERVICED, RUN, AND TREATED DURING THOSE HOURS.

If in good shape- and properly maintained, there should be MANY, MANY hours left in EITHER of these engines you're considering.