opponions on evinrude 1993-200xp reverse problems

[richardk5457]

gentlemen, considering buying 1993 evinrude 200 xp has 500 hrs. mech overhauled carbs & new thermostat, 3mos.ago. problem is makes grinding sound in reverse says seller. forward no problems. anything major here ?with muffs on, on land eng shifts ok, but under load or usage will not shift into reverse.. [maybe clutch, or cable adjust?].....point is is this a good motor worth the investment?/ thanks fellas appreciate your input before i buy. richard

[cterrebonne]

if you get a good price on the engine, i would buy it throw a new clutch dog and rev gear in there and you should be able to let it fly. but if the unit is shot, find a used one, they are a dime a dozen.

[THEFERMANATOR]

Originally Posted by cterrebonne

if you get a good price on the engine, i would buy it throw a new clutch dog and rev gear in there and you should be able to let it fly. but if the unit is shot, find a used one, they are a dime a dozen.

Most of what he said except for the dime a dozen part. Down here good V6 lowers bring GOOD money. Most likely just needs a new reverse gear and dog though. Check it for water first as it could be a bad torrington thrust against the cone as well making the noise. Otherwise a good solid pretty powerful engine. A bit thirsty, but the reliabilty normally makes up for it.

[bigshrimpin]

What years and models v6 (150,175, 200, 225) lowers are interchangable . . . or are they all the same?

[Blue_Runner]

They are a dime a dozen......until you NEED ONE!!

Story of my life...

[bigshrimpin]

I have a real nice 1990 25" Evinrude 200 Lower Unit. It's dark blue, but can be painted any color :)

[cterrebonne]

Originally Posted by Blue_Runner

They are a dime a dozen......until you NEED ONE!!

Story of my life...

that is true...down here it seems like everyone has a boat so used parts are easy to come by.