compression readings for a 96 evinrude 225
 

Hello
I have a 86 v20 c/c, and tomorrow I will be looking at a 96 Evinrude 225. I read some of the reviews here under the search. The engine I read is reliable and easy to maintain, but a gas guzzlers. What I'm looking for is what should the compression readings be? I read no more than 5% between each cylinder
I tried Google search with no luck. I do have a 1990 johnson outboard but I don't think that will help. Any tips are helpful and I do know about the recall on the upper bearing housing.
Thanks in advance
Jet.

100-120, the actual compression amount can vary by gaige and testing procedure used. Just make sure they are all within 5% primarily. If by some chance it has an older powerhead on it, the compression would only be 85-95 unless it was a 1st gen and they had about 130.

Thanks for the quick reply, will use that information tomorrow
jet

Compression should always be tested at full throttle

Thanks again for the info, will be checking outboard tomorrow seller had to reschedule for tomorrow. The seller is asking 2900 for it includes prop And controls . NADA list the motor between 2025- 2300 depending on model number.

Maybe a high price but that's up to you. No way to know hours on those motors.

If you're not set on it, and not in a hurry, Evinrude DFI motors from 2002-2004 were cleaned up by Bombardier, but still sell for less than the etec's that started in 05.

Very good engines that use approx. 50% less fuel at all but full throttle.

Well I got the engine, paid $2800. And he deliver the engine
I had to remove it from his boat. Owner was disabled. Now, since my boat is not ready, I get to replace the water pump, gear oil, super flush the manifold, replace plugs and get it ready for short term storage. :nice:

Should really push your boat, strong engine, best of luck with it.

thanks , have it on a new motor mount, will clean, flush, and get it ready for short term shortage.
jet:train: