Engine Swap 89 Bayliner Capri

[gregmsr]

I read in another post that it's not realistic/possible to swap my Force 125 with another brand O/B on my 89 Bayliner Capri (w/strong transom). Is this true and why? If possible to swap, can someone recommend similar brand and HP? This boat is a cherry but scared of Force.

 

[imported_LakeRunner]

Re: Engine Swap 89 Bayliner Capri

Force like any other engine is subject to how well you maintain the engine. Poor maintenance, expect poor performance. Most people dread because of the Mercury connection with Force parts. Force parts don't come cheap. It's the proverbial "pay me now or pay me later" ideaology that scares most people from Force but no motor out there is perfect and if it is not maintained, it will breakdown and it will cost you to get it fixed no matter what engine you buy. My suggestion, stick with the Force and keep it maintenanced. Buy your boat a service manual to help you remember what it takes to repair something once it breaks and to help you remember what parts need maintenance and when. I highly recommend getting the manufacturers (Force) service manual but Clymers or Seloc will do fine. Most of all get out there and have fun boating and stop worrying about what may happen!

 

[imported_LakeRunner]

Re: Engine Swap 89 Bayliner Capri

BTW, you can change to what ever engine you want as long as the new motor will line up with the existing mount holes. And if not, there is compnay that makes transom extenders that will mount about any engine you want. You are some what restricted to what is indicated on the Coast Guard plackard that states what size engine and capacity is allowed on the boat but a 125 is good strong motor. If you feel inclined to swap, any motor will work as long as you keep the USCG weight limitation in mind.

 

[gregmsr]

Re: Engine Swap 89 Bayliner Capri

Thanks. The 125 I have now is doing ok but looking to future. Thanks again.