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Posted by mulleteater on 10/08/12 - 7:18 PM

I am getting a new 2012 E-Tec 90 on my 1991 17 Montauk.

The dealer wants $10,500 to R&R my 90 Yamaha and install new Icon Pro tach and basic water psi, temp gauges. The tach is 3.50" the other two are 2" plus new controls, battery cables and the works.

I live in north Florida my question is this, am I paying way to much if it is only a matter of 3 or 4 hundred? I would still want to do the deal with the dealer I like but don't want to pay way too much. If anyone is looking I would dig some feed back.

The price includes a 13 7/8 x 17 Viper prop. Prop choice? 2 holes up or all the way up?

ben out, thank you.

Edited by Tom W Clark on 10/15/12 - 9:12 AM

Posted by Gamalot on 10/09/12 - 3:25 AM

I will take a shot at some of this if I am understanding your questions.

Does the new E-TEC include complete install and set up with gauges and controls?

Is the 90 Yamaha worn and tired or does it just need some minor updating and maintenance? You said if it is only $3-4 Hundred and that will never happen if you are getting new controls, new gauges and a new power pack.

I would be very hard pressed to scrap a perfectly good Yamaha 90 that is in good condition and might need some minor repairs in lieu of a brand new motor unless I had money to burn and serious doubts about the Yamaha's longevity.

The answers to your question about mounting position for the new motor are on this forum if that is the way you decide to go.

Edited by Phil T on 10/09/12 - 5:58 AM

Posted by blacklab on 10/09/12 - 3:45 PM

At this years boat show, a local NJ dealer was charging $8500.00 all inclusive. I think 10 grand is too much. Shop around and or wait to see what this years boat show specials bring. Money is tight all over and they should be willing to deal. Best of luck in whatever you decide.

Posted by contender250 on 10/09/12 - 5:33 PM

Mullet, Last week in Oct is the Ft Lauderdale Boat Show, if you went there I know you would get a much better deal...

Posted by mct on 10/09/12 - 5:59 PM

I am looking to repower with a a 150 etec this winter. I have been to several dealers to identify all costs associated with purchasing the new engine. I have been quoted approximately $13,000 by several different dealers. All have gone about the pricing the same way, they treat the boat as if it has nothing. In other words, the quote includes the engine, gauges, battery, battery switch, wiring, prop, labor, etc... All of the dealers I have contacted have been more than happy to break down the cost for me and to discuss my boat and what I actually need and don't need.

Posted by Mtierney on 10/09/12 - 7:24 PM

I was quoted about $9500 for a 90 Etec demo (used one season) rigged, no icon gauges, no trade in motor. The motor alone was $6400. We went with the used 2003 70hp Yamaha, rigged for about $4000. It does burn oil, but not $5k worth.

Posted by aeriksen on 10/09/12 - 8:28 PM

I'm in the process of repowering my 18" Outrage at this present time with a 130 HP E-tec and was quoted 10300.00 for motor and the all inclusive package with a 700.00 install fee I priced a 115 HP for 9400.00 with the all inclusive package. I'm getting the engine out of Portland Oregon. You judge. I will be placing my order in the morning for the 130 HP.

Posted by seahorse on 10/11/12 - 7:10 AM

Evinrude has a promotion going on until Dec 1 that includes free rigging package including controls, gauges, and a stainless steel prop, along with a 5 year factory warranty.

Talk to your dealer. The free rigging package can be worth thousands of dollars depending on which one.

Posted by mulleteater on 10/12/12 - 6:59 AM

Up date my evenrude dealer called yesterday and said we need to talk so I am thinking this can't be good. So I get there he said that he had become awear of some things that will change the price that I agreded to I was thinking a deal is a deal right. Then he said ben the price is going to be hundreds of dollars less. I don't know about you but that never hapens to me when I am spending money and allready agreed on a price. So now I am paying a boatshow price and buying from the best famley run Evenrude & yamaha dealer with the best service department! And in my home town. If you live in north florida or south georga you can't go wrong calling Jimmey Beach @ StAugustine marina ph# 904 829 8155.

Posted by egerrity on 10/12/12 - 12:58 PM

#10

Take a look at my personal page.... I paid about that much and I love the engine... I put 60 hours on it since april...

Ed

Posted by Mambo Minnow on 10/12/12 - 1:57 PM

#11

Beck's Outboard on the Northside of Jax was the local Evinrude E-tec dealer when I lived in the area. You might want to price compare before pulling the trigger.

Posted by Mike-Conover on 10/13/12 - 1:06 PM

#12

I shopped earlier this year for an E-tec 90. My experience bears out a number of point s made here that are well worth following. First - keep an eye on the Evinrude promotions. Rigging (cables and the needed 'master gauge' are regularly part of the package when the engines are being purchased. Ask for it or call Evinrude to see when / where it is available. Second... shop. I finally located a new E-tec 90 in NY for 8.300.

Start early... up here, I heard that January / February were the best months to buy an engine.

Mike

Posted by mulleteater on 10/14/12 - 10:57 AM

#13

THanks ED I have followed your story from the start and it helped me make my choice on the Etec and 2 holes up the gauges, paneles from sue the works. And thank you to all others as well, there can not be to much info on something like this. But to all, I rote the check friday so I will let you know how she runs after I get a fue hours on her Ben out , smoke em if you got em boys. I E mullet