I have the opportunity to purchase a pair of subject engines, Model#: E175MFXSOS.
They have ~1500HRS, have been professionally maintained, Am trying to get the latest reports from the mechanic.
I understand they are the last year of the FICHT and have heard that MOST of the problems were taken care of by 2005 after BOMB. took over.
I believe these engines were on a CG (hence the Grey color) boat prior to the present owner and were probably maintained by the CG.
I am hesitant of these engines due to the FICHT reputation, the lack of support by the manufacturer and the price of parts; but have also heard positive things.
I can probably get the pair for <$5K w/ all rigging and props, this may be too good to pass up.
Any thoughts?
They have ~1500HRS, have been professionally maintained, Am trying to get the latest reports from the mechanic.
I understand they are the last year of the FICHT and have heard that MOST of the problems were taken care of by 2005 after BOMB. took over.
I believe these engines were on a CG (hence the Grey color) boat prior to the present owner and were probably maintained by the CG.
I am hesitant of these engines due to the FICHT reputation, the lack of support by the manufacturer and the price of parts; but have also heard positive things.
I can probably get the pair for <$5K w/ all rigging and props, this may be too good to pass up.
Any thoughts?