fischnrod
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I was wondering if anyone might be interested in a used mariner 225 if i were to buy a new outboard. 1995 mariner mag 2 in excellent cond. What do you all think?
interests in big horsepower
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fischnrod
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Thats a good lookin` engine Fishnrod....if it runs good I believe I`d just hang on to it. I don`t know how much it weighs but I don`t think you can get a new one the isn`t at least 50 lbs heavier. Since Merc has gone to the 3 liter block I believe they all weigh a shade over 500lbs. The Mariner may be in the 450 range...I`m not sure though. I don`t know if Merc Racing even makes a Lightweight Big Block anymore......short of a pure racing engine. I`m sure you know the the Ally`s are weight sensitive.
Now if you decide to go with the 300 xs you probably would gain some. The 225xs weighs the same.emoBigsmile
Now if you decide to go with the 300 xs you probably would gain some. The 225xs weighs the same.emoBigsmile
jon the fisherman
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How much you want for it? Have you ever changed head gaskets? What is the compression? Do you use high test gas? What kind of oil do you use in it? Does it have external fuel pump? External trim pump?
Don't take all my questions the wrong way,,,,I may be interested
Don't take all my questions the wrong way,,,,I may be interested
Paul Nichols
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How much do you think you might want for it?
Paul
Paul
ole blue
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I would go with an OMC for big horsepower. J/k I couldn't resit it. emoPoke Nice looking motor.
fischnrod
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I haven't decided yet what price i will ask until i have time to check on some new motor prices. I can assure you all of one thing, if i can't get a better price than Nichol's marine quoted me for a new one i will not be selling my motor. New motors are totally over priced and mine is in great shape and never been mistreated. I do appreciate the interest and replies and i will post it if and when i decide to upgrade to a new motor.
emoUSA emoThanks guys!
emoUSA emoThanks guys!
jon the fisherman
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Tell me about it.....just to rebuild one costs a fortune
LOAFIE
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did that boat come from c&o? i tried to get it but couldn't borrow any money for a 90 model. very good motor.emoThumbsup
fischnrod
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No loafie, i bought this boat from an individual about 4 years ago. It's a 1995 model rig.
LOAFIE
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got any pics without the cover. really like them allisons.emoToast
what motor u looking for?
got a 2003 225 yamaha hpdi on the way. $8k
a 2002 225x merc for around $7500-8k 135 hours
a 2005 250xs merc no warranty for $11k. tm lower unit.
and i am trying to get a 2007 250xs merc that is 5 months old with a tm lower unit. has about 16-18 months of warranty. it will be in the $12500-13k range if i can even get it.
message me if any of those sound like what u might be interested in.
got a 2003 225 yamaha hpdi on the way. $8k
a 2002 225x merc for around $7500-8k 135 hours
a 2005 250xs merc no warranty for $11k. tm lower unit.
and i am trying to get a 2007 250xs merc that is 5 months old with a tm lower unit. has about 16-18 months of warranty. it will be in the $12500-13k range if i can even get it.
message me if any of those sound like what u might be interested in.