1995 Merc 200HP - its not broke. Should I fix it?

[jvitiel]

I bought a V two years ago with a 1995 Merc 200HP EFI on the back of it. I rebuilt the low pressure fuel pump and replaced the switch packs when I got it but since then it has run great - strong and smooth.

It can be hard to start once in a while but for a motor its age I feel its running very well. Still, the winter is here and in addition to the typical filters, hoses, impellers, tstats, seafoam etc. I don't mind doing some projects and/or preventive maintenance that will help keep it running its best.

So, I was thinking about removing the injectors and sending them out for cleaning and while I'm in there maybe changing the reeds out. I'm sure neither has been done in at least four seasons but I don't know anything beyond that.

So what say you? Do one? The other? Neither? Both? Again, it's pretty much running fine so I'm hesitant to fix something that isn't broken but if it saves me grief down the road then its a good idea.

Also, follow up question - if I take the injectors out, would I be able to inspect the reeds sufficiently without taking them out or do they really need to be checked from both sides (I'm guessing the latter but not sure)

Thanks as always !