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I was shocked by the 0 compression as well, hence the reason I did it a couple times to make sure it didn't just stop working. At this time I am looking at getting a rebuilt powerhead, short block, for about $1900. I got one quote for just that cylinder at $1800 which made me start looking at a new block or rebuilding this one completely. A completly dressed powerhead will run me about $3200 so I think the short block may be the way to go. My only concern with that is how do I know the VRO pump isn't still messed up for that cylinder? I know it works as if it had completely died I would have had more than one cylinder get fried, but how do I ensure this won't happen again with a new block...??? I am also looking at a entirely new motor (new to me) as I have found late 90's-early 00's 150/175's for about $3500-$4500. I could then part out the johnson to recoup some of the cost. Any ideas on what I could get if I pieced it out? Thinking anywhere from $1000 to $1500 as everything from the lower unit up is good except the damn cylinder. Thoughts???
-Svence
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01-01-2009, 04:28 PM
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I would look around a bit. You can find REALLY late model 2 stroke carb motors for under $4K in the 200/225 range. The 150/175 EAGLE motors are known as OMC's BEST engine ever, so that is a BIG reason for them holding there value so well. The only way to know for certain that you are getting oil is to ditch the VRO and pre-mix.
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01-01-2009, 06:35 PM
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01-01-2009, 07:13 PM
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What's your thoughts on a Yamaha instead? This one is with controls, tank, gauges, and prop.
http://www.boattrader.com/listing/19...-carb-93627972 Or there is another 2000 Johnson 150 for about the same on there. -Svence
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01-01-2009, 07:32 PM
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i love yammies, but if i was you i go for the other 2000 omc if its a good deal.
this way you have all the parts you will ever need. and easy repower as all controlls and stuff already there.
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