[bradford]

I don't have alot of spare time, so the V is my release when I get a chance to use her. I really want to get this fixed so I don't sit out another season. I don't splurge on myself for anything else really. I'm always shopping for a deal, cutting corners here and there trying to save an extra buck. But what I hate the most is throwing good money after bad. An etec would be great, but to me isn't worth the money considering the age and condition of my V. The problem I'm starting to see coming is that these old 88-91 johnny rudes are 20+ years old and its hard to trust what kind of condition they are in after having usually at least a couple of owners. I wouldn't mind having something smaller in the 150hp range, but hate thinking I just spent all that money on my 225 that I won't even be able to use for parts. I'm just thinking out loud and appreciate everyone's opinions.