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<blockquote data-quote="CMOS" data-source="post: 432824" data-attributes="member: 15462"><p>There are web postings all over the place that are "primers" for buying an OB motor. Read them. Take the time to do so.</p><p></p><p>Also, before you go look at any motor you will want to get your own Compression tester gauge and a Spark Gap tester. Both are inexpensive but mandatory when guying a used motor. If any owner will not allow you to do these tests, - WALK. Even if you witness the motor running, it doesn't mean it's healthy. Do the compression and spark tests.</p><p></p><p>I will also agree with Weldor's comment - don't let age scare you off. I'm currently running a 1966 Johnson 9.5 on my 14' tinner, and it's a great motor. It ALWAYS starts and runs well.</p><p></p><p>Good luck, and have fun.</p><p></p><p></p><p>CMOS</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="CMOS, post: 432824, member: 15462"] There are web postings all over the place that are "primers" for buying an OB motor. Read them. Take the time to do so. Also, before you go look at any motor you will want to get your own Compression tester gauge and a Spark Gap tester. Both are inexpensive but mandatory when guying a used motor. If any owner will not allow you to do these tests, - WALK. Even if you witness the motor running, it doesn't mean it's healthy. Do the compression and spark tests. I will also agree with Weldor's comment - don't let age scare you off. I'm currently running a 1966 Johnson 9.5 on my 14' tinner, and it's a great motor. It ALWAYS starts and runs well. Good luck, and have fun. CMOS [/QUOTE]
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