Posted by jeepthing on 06/05/14 - 8:29 AM
#1
Hello all,
I recently purchased a 1964 Sakonnet 16 that did not include a motor, so I have been watching the market the last month for a used one. I came across a 2001 Honda 90 4-stroke that has my interested peaked. The price is only $2,000 because its been heavily used by a fisherman with over 1400hrs on it. Basically its been a four season workhorse that's been run almost daily. The owner cant couldn't say enough about this motor and readily inviting me to do a compression test, so at this point I'm assuming compression will check out. Before I drive the 1.5 hours to go see this engine, I thought it might be good to throw it up on the forum for opinions.
My price range is $2000 to $3000 so it's looking like it would be between this engine and or lesser used 2000 - 2005 2 stroke.
Additionally this motor comes in at 360lbs! I know the 90hp falls within the manufactures specs but did they know in the 60's that 90hp 4 strokes would be that heavy. My transom seems to be in real good shape, but still its a 1964.
Thanks for any opinions or personal experiences.
Posted by rvschulz on 06/05/14 - 9:19 AM
#2
my concern is not necessarily the weight as I think by moving a few things around it can balance out nicely - my Etec is 375 and my boat does not lean sternward.
but ... 2001 ... no. I think you can get newer AND newer technology for that price or newer but older technology which is more bulletproof.
Posted by Phil T on 06/05/14 - 9:43 AM
#3
I voted to "move on" for reasons already stated.
While that series of motor is very good and the hours are not excessive, it is
heavy. I have a friend with an 1980's Montauk and this engine and is sits pretty low.