omc sea drive

[gtx4]

I have a 1986 omc sea drive 200hp outboard, seized up. is this motor a loop charge? is it worth rebuilding?

 

[hondon]

Re: omc sea drive

Give us a model # and we can tell you for sure, but in all likelyhood this is a looper.Determining whether or not this is a rebuildable unit depends on the damage done. If you have a rod sticking out the side of the case, then probably not.Whatever else needs to be looked at to decide.

 

[masondr]

Re: omc sea drive

Worth rebuilding? For near term resale, probably not. Cost would likely exceed value of 1986. On the other hand, if you like it and the alternative is a brand new 200 hp Outboard motor, rebuilding would make sense. If you are looking at rebuild, I would personally look hard at a rebuilt powerhead from a major rebuilder, unless you really know your mechanic (or can do it yourself}. There are some available now with 2 year warranties, and the prices are comparable with "local" rebuilds, at least around here. There of course are good smaller shops as well, if you know who they are.