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Motor Fish · 07-15-2006, 06:31 AM

Hi Everyone,

I'm interested in your thoughts about these engine types in salt water. Also, how do they compare to your standard outboard? I'll be looking at a boat this weekend, 11 years old -135 h.p. I/O motor. I can't help but think that the saltwater must do a number on the outdrives and engine. It has been used mostly in saltwater, but it was well taken care of (based on pictures). Are my concerns warranted?

And what specifically should be examined to make sure everything is in good order?
- Should the outdrives be painted? (I assume that if the boat is in saltwater, they better be painted)
- Fresh water cooled
- ???

Any feedback is appreciated. Many thanks,
Rich

07-15-2006, 06:31 AM	#1
Motor Fish Registered User iTrader: (0) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bridgewater, MA Posts: 438	Thoughts on Inboard/Outboard Hi Everyone, I'm interested in your thoughts about these engine types in salt water. Also, how do they compare to your standard outboard? I'll be looking at a boat this weekend, 11 years old -135 h.p. I/O motor. I can't help but think that the saltwater must do a number on the outdrives and engine. It has been used mostly in saltwater, but it was well taken care of (based on pictures). Are my concerns warranted? And what specifically should be examined to make sure everything is in good order? - Should the outdrives be painted? (I assume that if the boat is in saltwater, they better be painted) - Fresh water cooled - ??? Any feedback is appreciated. Many thanks, Rich
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