Overhauled 4.3

[T3384]

Hi all,
Looking at a 99 Crownline BR 180. Should I be concerned with an overhauled 4.3? Waiting to hear back on hours also.

 

[alldodge]

Nothing wrong with a overhauled motor, "so long as" the overhaul was done correctly.

Hours don't mean much, many didn't come with an hour meter and there easy enough to replace. Don't buy without full inspection and test ride.

 

[Alumarine]

7 years ago I bought a boat with a motor that had been rebuilt in 1992 by a good machine shop.
Still runs like new.

 

[tpenfield]

It can be a concern, if (if) the boat is being sold because of the overhaul. As mentioned, you will have to due diligence to determine if all is good with the engine.

I would not be as concerned if the engine had a few years of use after the overhaul. More so if it was a fairly recent overhaul and the boat is for sale.

 

[achris]

When buying a boat, concentrate less on the engine and more on the hull. Engines can be repaired/replaced, but if the hull has issues, it's more of a deal killer...

Chris...