TEAM TALK: TOP 5 USED OUTBOARDS FOR YOUR BOAT! (2022)

[@mediaspeedfilms1334]

This is your most informative video when it come to what you should get for your boat. We all cannot afford the cost of new motors and this video is what I've been waiting for. I'm gonna start looking for that Yammie 150

[@TeamMarineService]

Thanks MediaSpeed! Good luck on getting that Yammie, we think you'll like it

[@NotAMartian-1]

The best used outboard is the one that best fits your budget. In reality though I see more older Johnson and evinrudes on the water than I do any other brand. Hands down.

[@TeamMarineService]

What rigs and motors are y'all running out there?

[@burneraccount9253]

Tracker Grizzly w/ 40 Merc 4 stroke

[@Dawson6434]

1996 stratos 201 pro xl with 03 225 merc optimax

[@mrxlh]

1996 Lund 1890 pro-v with a 2012 Suzuki 90 tiller.

[@timhall4154]

for my small lakes around here ...my southfork custom with my kitted 9.9 yamaha 2 smoke works perfect for me .....

[@sheade_mcshyster]

1997 142 Pro Princecraft 25 Yamaha. Boogity Boogity! lol

[@w9awx1]

I really liked the Merc 150 EFI engines. Had one on my Lund 1775 Pro V.

[@stevenlukowski562]

2007 150h.p. Evinrude Etec, so far great motor.

[@BoomBoomSoon]

Can you do a video about repowering older bass boats and the weight concerns of new motors vs the old 2 strokes considering how older transoms/hulls were built. Thank you!

[@Lray4x4]

2 stroke for life.

[@jerad4336]

I have a 2008 Stratos 294 XL with 2007 Yamaha 150 two stroke. It’s been a good outboard.

[@Lray4x4]

Best 150 hp bass boat motors where the Mercury XR6, and the Johnson Fast Strike/ Evinrude Intruder. For the 250 hp The Yamaha OX66 or Merc EFI 250 2 stroke.

[@terrykloster9121]

2007 champion 183 with an 150 optimax. Bought it new and it's still going

[@TeamMarineService]

Heck Yeah Terry!!

[@chuggywuggy3370]

Hello,I love your videos. What's your opinion of the Mercury 150 XR6?

[@DizzyMan24]

Got a 1972 Checkmate V-Mate II that we repowered with a 1987 Johnson GT200. Paid $1800 in good running condition. Came with a 23p prop and runs an easy 60MPH+ GPS with 4 adults and a big dog along for the ride. Exhaust is drilled, and sounds like an F1 car haha.

[@danielclodfelter]

Got a list for used sub 50hp? I rock a gheenoe currently have a 2000, 15hp Johnson seems solid so far. Curious about others in that hp class

[@swampbass6494]

Hahaha that’s so funny JTM just built my outboard!! And he sent it to hydro tech marine! Took my Yamaha 150 proV to a 220! Love the motor he does grate work!!!! It was the second motor I got from him!! The first motor was a 70HP Johnson on a 17ft ruff neck! Took the 40HP 4 stroke johnzuki off the boat and I loved the motor

[@wessle3233]

worked on quite a lot of those 40-60 horse 2 stroke mercs and they just don't seem to care about anything as long as they have fuel

[@mifishing2960]

Have you ever reviewed or talked about the mercury 75-90 3 cylinder 2 stroke and it’s reliability

[@Humborg1]

Great motor, ran a 1990 75hp hard for 17 yrs on my rare, ranger 415.

[@waynecammidge8851]

The 1998 and Newer 3 and 4 cylinder engines were just bullet proof, lot's of Torque and good on fuel

[@erichovatt]

More vids like this! Love it man.

[@roverer109]

Yes you have skiers who watch. I am looking to replace my 1976 Johnson 200 on my hydrodyne. I assume you mean 2000 to 2006 Yamaha 200 for the fish and swim since those are the years you like for the 150 on the pontoon....

[@randypooley4811]

Andy I work at tri county marine in east tn I couldn’t agree more with your choice of out boards. Love the vids an content keep it up

[@TeamMarineService]

Glad you like them! Thanks Buddy

[@mrxlh]

Very nice list Andy!!!

[@TeamMarineService]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@marinemotorman8302]

Im looking for used outboard for my 20 foot boat what model /hp do you recommend Tnx

[@greg6264]

Right now, May 2024,, I'm looking at a used 2017 Suzuki 300 with fly by wire controls, with 2,200 hours. Is that too many hours? How are the 2017s? Any suggestions?

[@TeamMarineService]

Used in saltwater? Good price? Any service history?

[@EpIc_NaChO]

This is exactly what I needed. Have a 1987 champion with an 87 mercury Blackmax 150. Need to repower. 4stroke!!!

[@Humborg1]

I got a 87 Champion 184 dc fish and ski super v. Its got a blackmax 200hp. Hot foot, jakeplate, trim. I sure love it.

[@robertjacobsfishing]

I run a older rebuilt 200 V6 Carb Yammie on my 16ft bass boat. Performs very nicely... a bit like a top fuel dragster.... speed, money, no breaks!!!

[@TeamMarineService]

🔥🔥🔥

[@robertrodriguez4587]

Is it a Pro V?

[@timhall4154]

hard to beat a 2 stroke yamaha ...

[@mikelade1272]

My yamaha 2 stroke is the best running motor on the water and it's from the 90s have to agree

[@davidsharp1533]

Y’all referring to the pro v ?

[@406MenaceRacecar]

​@@mikelade1272 is a 1987 Mariner motor made by Yamaha and can we get all the parts for them? I never owned a boat and am looking at one with a Mariner 45hp😊

[@mikelade1272]

​@406MenaceRacecar I'm not sure have to.google it..... it's worth the time looking into it

[@Dakotagrand10]

@@406MenaceRacecarthat’s a mercury if not mistaken just painted grey

[@kellymoore4517]

I'm running a 05 Yamaha 90hp outboard on my creastliner 1860 and it's a ripper!

[@paulltoscano]

The one thing I would say about the fish and ski. As a skier/wakeboarder myself, I’d prefer the 2 stroke torque to get me up asap. If it’s not a SHO there’s also a significant weight penalty which makes a difference. Great video 👍

[@TeamMarineService]

Great to know Paul! Thanks for your input! Maybe the Optimax or HPDI then

[@paulltoscano]

@@TeamMarineService yeah absolutely, that’s typically what you see on those boats

[@user-WhiteLabPuppiesTX]

I'm looking at a 1996 Johnson 200 special addition 2 stock engine original owner has on Viper bass boat 19'. What's your opinion on this motor ? Have any recommendations on a used motor wit out taking out a second mortgage. Thank you love your channel.

[@zachaldridge7031]

Love your channel, knowledgeable, funny, honest. I’d probably hang the ox66 before the other Yamaha though

[@jwood1508]

What would you suggest for a 17’ checkmate used as a family ski boat? 150 Optimax or the 3.0 mercury 150 four stroke? Opti is way cheaper but the 4-stroke is within budget. Max hp rating is 150. A tower of power was removed so I’m adding 150 pounds of motor.

[@randykaminski6214]

Appreciate your insight-and hoping hear of a choice between 60-100?? I have an 77’ Boston Whaler Montauk 17, and am running 1990 70hp VRO... Hoping to upgrade to a fresher outboard, but having a hard time with 10k-12k to purchase new.. thanks

[@TrevorGoochFishing]

I got a 98 Mercury EFI on my 97 Triton TR-21 and that thing is still kicking. Had the compression checked the other day and it had 118-120! Yea not the fastest motor on the water but a bulletproof motor in my opinion. Id hate to know how many hours are on that thing lol

[@michaelmorgan1587]

Honestly when buying a used boat or used motor. What is the max hours you would consider if hasn’t had a new power head installed. Been looking at used boats but a lot have 400-600 hours on them.

[@waynecammidge8851]

2500 hrs would be where I would start worrying on a Merc Remember that conventional hour meters are very inaccurate, could have been replaced or left switched on

[@larrygreenwood6037]

I ran a 200 Merc EFI for over 10 hrs. A great motor I ran it on a Pantera 2 at first then moved it over to an Allison XBT 21 “WOW” scary Preformance sold it when I turned 70 for more comfort . Nothing but annual service always dependable love the Merc sound .

[@theINQBS]

You left out the late 90's - early 2000's Merc Saltwater Series 150 & 200 (Blue Decals) which feature a few more durable SS exterior components. There are some out there in pristine condition, but you have to be diligent with your search.

[@aaronhunter3368]

What fuel additive do you recommend?

[@hugoglenn9741]

I’ve noticed used Suzukis going for a little less than used Yamahas actually in the Southeast. I like fact my Suzuki (Analog gauge) w/warning lights will blink out a malfunction code I can go to the repair manual a decode at home. Don’t have to drag it to a dealer (Yamaha) to get them to hook up a proprietary computer. One Benny not often mentioned. I think I just found out I have a bad fuel pump on my 80hp and I don’t think it blinked a code for that.

[@Machinist-fe5qd]

Great video! My father bought our 95 alumacraft competitor 170 brand new, I am tired of dealing with my 95 mercury 100 any suggestions for a re power on a budget?

[@richardamendt630]

killed it again great job

[@TeamMarineService]

Thanks Richard!!!

[@randyfryer9003]

Cool I have a 97 Mariner 40 hp been super reliable still purring like a kitten and I fish lot.

[@406MenaceRacecar]

I'm looking at a boat with a Mariner 45hp , can we still get all the parts for these?

[@jeremylunsford3731]

Mid 2000s did they still make 2 stroke mercury's ? 150 optimax reeds are 2 strokes ? around 5 min mark!

[@davidreta3664]

I’m eyeing a 92 mariner 60hp tiller Any knows issues whit that motor would you recommend? Thanks

[@vwmountainman9701]

Very Cool !!! Well said - u do the work all day - clock out - sort of - no more boat talk !!!!

[@glenndaugherity6187]

I remember late 90s early 2000s when the Mercury Optimax was called the Opti Pop there was so many blowing up

[@justinschmidt9180]

I have a 25ft cuddy cabin that i inshore and offshore fish with . Can you please do a video for us saltwater guys for used motors from 225 to 300hp please

[@bigbuck2720]

2001 triton tr20 200 Evinrude Fict very little maintenance on motor absolutely no problems with boat, bought it new in 2003 had never been on the water

[@kevinflabouyfishing5739]

When was the last time you used it??

[@paulltoscano]

I clicked as soon as I saw the notification

[@TeamMarineService]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@charlesclayton7815]

What do ya think about a 97 150 EFI merc for 18 bass?

[@ntwtransam]

You guys do a great job! I wish you would do something on what your opinions are on some deep v walleye boats. We basically bass fish but have 3 small kids and I dont think a bass boat would work for us.

[@richardrando1865]

Is the 140 hp black motor 2002 mercury any good has 450 hours on the motor?

[@jimrudolph1582]

50-4 merc. 70 triple omc. Any premix crossflow omc up to 235. Hell even the v8. Earlier 115 merc 4 cyl. 2.0 merc.. up to 35 and down to 1.5 any points /mag omc down to 1952. Cheap, easy to work on, parts are,, ehh not bad. Difference in initial cost and repairs offsets fuel costs.. I’ve got them and I swear by them and have never been stranded, I’ve limped in after turning rings or loosing coils I’ve force fed fuel after loosing a pump. I’ve run and sat when a water pump went and made it home. Obviously different engines with different problems. Now it’s great how efficient and reliable today’s motors are when they stop they stop. These old girls are relatively easy to work on with a minimum of tools. When a road vehicle dies out you pull over and call a tow. When your boat stops I don’t care if you’ve got 6 new 600’s! You better have the knowledge and ability to at least dive in and try to fix it.. your on a boat who knows where perhaps in nasty weather , perhaps in dangerous waters and where I’m from without cell signal which most of the boats we are discussing is all the communication device we have! Cheers. You guys are great. And omg! Force!🤮. Great top ten worst!!

[@motzoutdooradventures8838]

Just watching this as I’m looking at a fish and ski with a blown 225 merc efi. You mentioned no Jack plate on a fish and ski.. any reasoning or just unecessary?

[@adamhagman6461]

Hey Andy what are your thoughts on the 99 mercury 175efi.

[@Lray4x4]

Great motor.

[@TeamMarineService]

The EFI's were solid

[@classicxl]

I’m looking at getting a used 4 stroke 20-25hp range should i look for EFi fuel injected or a carburetor 4 stroke

[@tylough]

20 HP Suzuki EFI

[@williamsloan7186]

What are your thoughts on the 03 mercury 225 4 stroke saltwater series?? Please tell me I hear nothing of it and I just bought one with 400 hours. It really puts but I know nothing about it

[@Ugh_its_dat_guy86]

I agree with it all but on the 16ft I would go with a 40 or 50 tohatsu. I do like that merc 50 though, very strong motor. Either way you couldn't go wrong with any of them.

[@TheBuckbuster]

Those Tohatsu motors are absolutely bullet proof

[@johnky100]

....'u don't see evinrude here cuz i want you guys to get home...' Legendary

[@brentcarr8365]

Yeah I immediately was laughing

[@jasonrowan3501]

05 Merc 60 horse 4 stroke efi good motors ?

[@jennifervicknair7923]

Do you think the 2006 Yamaha 115 2 stroke a good motor

[@tcamfishing7796]

Make a video on why the crap the Mercury xr4s are so hard to crank when you first get to the water

[@javery50]

For the fish and ski are we talking about the 200 3.3 v6?

[@javery50]

My boat is rated for a 175. What would you suggest in the used market.

[@kirkreusch8415]

Yep, need to hear about the 620/621 fisherman series type boats. What should we be looking for?

[@dougnorris7794]

Got a new Avid video? I’m on the verge of buying.

[@TeamMarineService]

Over a year into it and they still haven't called us back!

[@DS-kl7wz]

Did I hear you correctly ? You recommended the 2000-2005 Yamaha 150 four stroke. Isn't that the 1st generation four stroke motor that had several class actions against Yamaha for premature interior corrosion in the manifolds, that eventually would cause engine failure ? Just asking if I'm hearing you correctly, or you made a mistake on your generations of yamaha 4 stroke.

[@jeffwiebenga393]

Well if ya dont mind the high cost of feeding that 50 merc youll still be able to put money into head gasket repairs ,mine used to slurp 12 gal / day plus eat head gaskets never going back to merc

[@waynecammidge8851]

4 cylinder 200 Verado on the Fish 'n Ski, because the Modern Gauges have Smart Tow build in As someone who hangs on behind the boat, any form of Speed control becomes a game changer It is always so hard to find someone who can control the speed, easy to find someone who can point the boat down the river Merc 2007 and newer DTS makes it so simple

[@lspock-ms7gv]

What do you think of a 2008 merc 115 elpt

[@chriseisele9969]

What is your recommended small motor for a 14ft boat aluminum older 2 stroke thanks Chris from OHIO

[@chrisrogers3175]

Any plans for another good bad an ugly or brand battle

[@TeamMarineService]

Yes we have one of each slotted very soon

[@chrisrogers3175]

@@TeamMarineService ok cool thanks 👍

[@SethM07]

How do you feel about the older mid 2000s Verados!

[@tomsales263]

I have a 91 Ranger 390V with a 91 Mercury 200 EFI, if ( or when) the motor goes bad should i rebuilt it or repower with a different motor

[@FISHNMISFITSJimMattBryanRick]

I have a 2005 Mercury 40 hp 2 stroke..I get up to 26mph on my 16.5 deep V Lowes..runs well.

[@tooltimetim3166]

Your thoughts about the 150 XR6 mercury?

[@avdo005]

What about Yamaha 115? 2004

[@brettanderson2849]

What's your opinion of an 03 evinrude ficht?

[@TeamMarineService]

The FICHT is, in our opinion one of the worst motors ever produced!

[@Lray4x4]

Run away from that.

[@brettanderson2849]

@@Lray4x4 too late haha

[@rbruce63]

Would you consider -despite the rudeness of BRP with your invitation to the unveiling of their submarine outboard- an E-Tec 25 HP to repower my Boston Whaler Sport 11, for instance? I currently have a 1969 Chrysler 20 that belongs to dad and got this 1981 Sport 11 dingy and it puts it into plane with two adults and a kid on the lake. It's working, but I was thinking that the E-Tec 25 could be depreciated to the point that it made sense. Or perhaps it's "we need a bigger boat" kind of thinking. Can you chip in?

[@cooper2220]

98 225 mercury efi. On my gambler 209, if it needs it one day rebuild or replace 😆????

[@kenbragg120]

Andy what are your thoughts on the 2004 Mercury 200 EFI 3 litre ?

[@Lray4x4]

Great bulletproof motors if you take care of them.

[@Jbonneville6572]

Team Marine Service thanks for the videos very informative and I love you're blunt honesty and sense of humor😂👌 I was wondering what you're opinion would be on putting a 115 hp Optimax on a pontoon boat? We found a used one at a good price with only 79 hrs on it. The pontoon currently has a 40 hp mercury four stroke which runs great and is super quiet it's just not enough motor for the boat any input would be greatly appreciated thanks!

[@waynecammidge8851]

The only down side is that it is not very quiet at idle, and been a 3 cylinder engine it is not the smoothest, otherwise great engine Amazing fuel consumption

[@dieslmax1byler780]

I’d love to know your opinion/experiences with the gold block 250xs,

[@Gamefreak1220]

As a yamaha tec, can confirm don't know what a hpdi is or if the even exist because everytime I see one I turn around

[@jeffporter100]

Really enjoy the videos!!

[@tomvancil8213]

What no Zuke’s on the list?

[@CB4basser1]

2005 Merc XR6 carb all day

[@joenewmeyer8358]

Johnson and Evinrude are still the most reliable out there. Easy to work on too!

[@davez4172]

I have a 1972 65hp Johnson on my 16' tri-hull bassboat. It still runs great. Yes, it has the electric shift but that hasn't given me any problems yet. It is a simple motor and very easy to work on.

[@hugoglenn9741]

Had a Johnson 200GT. Yes, had 6 carbs so It doesn’t matter whatsoever if it’s reliable. One carb goes down (very easy since there are 6) or in my case one fuel hose connection to a carb gets loose(or cracks) and the motor will still seemingly run. However, you are about ready to trash a cylinder in about a minute. Since it’s a 2-stroke just throw it away.

[@luiscardozo0000]

you have no idea

[@c.c.hiliner1065]

1998 OceanPro 200. Still bringing in the big ones!❤

[@frankbyrd7989]

1995 Mariner 115. Or 96 150 Mercury Fuel Injected 2.5 XRI.. Reliable motors?

[@FryeFishin]

Y'all hype up hpdi, I got used 200 first one lost compression(high pressure pump went out) now I got everything fuel wise rebuilt or new and bam blows a hole through a piston. 3rd power head got my fingers crossed😂

[@thomasshumpert5672]

I just picked up a 15ft aggressor bass boat for free but no one has any info on them has a 40hp evinrude on it. 88 model boat and motor all original 1 owner. Have you ever heard of these boats? What do you think?

[@locker1325]

Where in the creators name do you find old used OB's?

[@russellwasylnuk1311]

Looking at a used 2014 merc 75hp 4 stroke when you grab the prop it has vertical play (thrust play ) about 1/16 of an inch is this normal?

[@davidwagner7211]

? parts how hard is it to get parts as these may need parts and you may be able to get parts but what about DYI and ETC

[@makingmagicfishing541]

What's up Andy, Jordan, Neil, Team Marine Fam 👏👍

[@TeamMarineService]

What's up Buddy?! How are ya doing today?

[@chadjackson4786]

i found a 94 random name bass boat that has a 2014 evinrude 150 on it that was recently serviced. Guy only wants 13k should i buy it?

[@TeamMarineService]

We cannot recommend anything Evinrude!

[@chadjackson4786]

@@TeamMarineService lol it has to be better than my dads 1979 evinrude 115 its too bad avid boats has terrible customer service and wont answer an email

[@moparluvr1]

You are hilarious.... I know so many Evinrudes that are out there running great. Etec is the best power per displacement facts....

[@chrisapplin1183]

What about the 175 motor for bass boats

[@daves2714]

Looking for a 50hp tiller used. I’ll be up in your neck of woods in 2 weeks if you happen to have one laying around

[@justinfairchild5104]

No Yamaha OX66? Turn key and run it.

[@TeamMarineService]

The OX is a great motor but a little too old

[@Will-lh5yg]

Opti-Max 2 stroke is like a broke drum, you can't beat it.

[@sbhcmcc]

$5.39 for diesel is pretty awesome, now I don’t have to worry about what to do with my paycheck

[@Dbars19]

why do 150 yamaha 4 stroke smoke so bad

[@Bosanovadude1]

Ever had a zx200 in there with electrical problems lol?

[@gtaadventures2486]

Funny stuff love it