Well took my new to me boat out for a test run. After running it slow, opened it up, ran great for about 3 min. Then started rattling and banging....not good. Loaded it up, took it to mechanic, said it sounded like a rod problem.
Instead of putting money into a 1996 200 efi merc, I think I am gonna re power with a 4 stroke.
Boat is a 22 foot CC . Rated for up to 225 hp. Any suggestions on who could do the re power, what motor i should by...yamaha, honda, suzuki, tohatsu...etc. and if there is any value in the sick mercury. Located in southern michigan, near ohio and Indiana state lines, but willing to drive for good prices and service.. thanks for the help in advance