86 v20 CC 2004 Optimax225 vs. 2015 Merc 4 stroke 150

[phatdaddy]

I have a 150 merc 4 stroke on my cuddy. It***8217;s a great fit, mine is 4 years old with 550 hours and I***8217;ve been pleased. Main issues so far was alternator went out, the other stuff was minor corrosion issues. Judging by the hours, yours has been used a lot, thats actually better than not being used.

What did the former owner do to put that many hours on the motor?

[bill2089]

Originally Posted by phatdaddy

I have a 150 merc 4 stroke on my cuddy. It***8217;s a great fit, mine is 4 years old with 550 hours and I***8217;ve been pleased. Main issues so far was alternator went out, the other stuff was minor corrosion issues. Judging by the hours, yours has been used a lot, thats actually better than not being used.

What did the former owner do to put that many hours on the motor?

The former owner was a fishing boat captain, hence the hours. The same mechanic was used for the life of the engine so far. I am getting the engine from that mechanic.

Thank you, decision made!

[bgreene]

Wait !!!! What about the 350 Suzuki...…..or 400 Merc ?

Ha - nice choice, best of luck