Mercruiser 898

[mtinnin1]

I'm lookin at a 1980 Wellcraft with a mercruiser 898 that has 228 hours on it. I was wondering if someone could tell give me an estimation on how many hours i could get out of this motor under normal driving conditions and assuming it hasnt been abused by the previous owner. Thank you

 

[a.d.mobile]

Re: Mercruiser 898

I would think the stringers are rotted and boat haul will fail before the engine as long as it has been properly taken care of. are you in a cold climate or salt? need to look for the conditions caused by your climate. bob