1997 Evinrude 112 hp vro

[rtso]

"i am looking at a boat to pur

"i am looking at a boat to purchase that has a 1997 Evinrude 112 hp vro outboard,not being familiar with this motor I was wondering if there is anything in particular to lookout for and is it a dependable motor. We will be taking this boat to Baja and leaving it down there. The motor appears to be in excellent shape.

thanks Rich"

 

[joereeves]

"The engine is a good design,

"The engine is a good design, but as with anything mechanical, there can be problems.

The major areas to check would be the compression of all cylinders, the spark of all cylinders with the s/plugs removed, the appearance of the spark plugs, and the gearcase lube for traces of water and/or metal filings."