Re-powering question in Western New York

[lineman49]

A friend of mine has a Sylvan 20' open bow with a cracked engine block. He doesn't know if he should junk it, peice it out,or sell it as is for a fair price. any ideas ?

[bailey]

What is the power plant i would think he should be able to put a used one in pretty easily. What year is the boat and what shape is it in. Those would be deciding factors to me.

[lineman49]

Its a1985, 120hp i/o he is looking into replaceing the motor . the boat is in nice shape for the age. If not he will sell as is . Not sure what he will do yet. thanks.

[bailey]

I know a guy who would do the swap, if he does go that route he would be reasonable with price i am sure. If boat is in good shape its def worth the new engine i would think

[lineman49]

I guess he is giong to put a motor in it as of now. but that may change ! lol

[copo427ss]

I would suggest rebuilding. There is a guy around buffalo that deals with force and has a ton of stuff. My buddy has a force and gets his parts from him. Your force is new enough that it's a merc force not a Chrysler. I'll ask my friend about the force guy. I'll try n get you a phone number.

[copo427ss]

My friend didn't have the number offhand but the place is called Lang's Outboards in tonawanda. He deals pretty much exclusively in force. I'm willing to bet he has a rebuilt powerhead ready to bolt on.