Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

[ShawnQ]

I recently opened up the 65johnson I have and found the trashed piston, head, and cylinder. If you've been following my other post, you know what I'm talking about.<br /><br />Today I ran into a guy with an 85hp 1980 Chrysler, stainless steel prop, all controls, good compression, was running when recently removed to replace with a larger motor. He is asking $800 for it, is it worth it?<br />It has a new dis. cap, new CDI box, new plugs and wires, looks very clean and well maintained, power tilt/trim, gone thru lower unit.<br /><br />He is asking $800 for it, is it worth it? I know he has that alone in parts on it...<br /><br />Any info will be appreciated. Thanks!<br />Shawn

 

[NathanY]

Re: Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

I believe that if you look around that you will fine a better brand motor in that age year for a better price. I wouldnt buy it for that much. probably 500 tops.

 

[NathanY]

Re: Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

I think that this motor would be perfect for your boat Merc <br /><br /> Or this one

 

[brent suzkui wyble j16]

Re: Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

Shawn, all motors have there problems if they are not taken care of, but it sees like Force has more than there share. i have never had one (thank god)but its like chevy,ford verses kia.

 

[OBJ]

Re: Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

Shawn...look around if you decide not to rebuild. You can do better than a Chrysler. To many problems with them. Go with a motor with a better reputation. Just my opinion.<br /><br />OBJim

 

[ShawnQ]

Re: Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

OBJim...<br /><br />What is a good motor to look for from the mid to late 70's thru the 80's? <br />I am searching for anything from a 50hp to a 90hp...would like to keep it at about $500, give or take somewhat.<br /><br />I am probably going to get that 135 johnson, and either sell it or use it as a trade.<br /><br />Thanks!<br />Shawn

 

[steelespike]

Re: Chrysler 85hp, worth the money?

As far as 50s go I had a 77 50 merc 4 cylinder<br /> That worked great for me till some low life <br />stole it in the winter of 86.I replaced it with<br /> a 88 50 Evinrude Only problem ive had is starter brushes at about 5 years old.Both motors have been worked hard and given minimal care<br /> and they spent May to December in northern NY out side uncovered all their life.My mothers 87 50<br />Evinrude lived the same way with minimal<br />problems.And we are still using it.