bassmanb69 Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 Hey everyone. Thanks ahead of time for anyone taking time to answer my post. Here is my question. I have the chance to buy a 1986 Mariner 5hp model 5C ML. Overall its in great shape. The engine is very clean and it starts up with no problems. It had sat for a year or more. The issues are after running a few seconds gas starts pouring out the lower end of the carb. I think it just needs tightening or new seal as it appears to be coming from the gasket area. The other thing is I have not been able to get water to come out of the port to show the pump is working. It bubbles like its trying but no water comes out. I have not let it run more that a 30 seconds. I don't know if its clogged from sitting or if the pump needs work. All in all I can get this for $200. Is this a good price considering the current issues? Also, I was told to run 50:1 mix. Is this correct because it smokes a good bit and its pure white smoke. Thanks for reading and any information would be greatly appreciated. Quote
Super User Grey Wolf Posted May 13, 2011 Super User Posted May 13, 2011 Why do you want to buy smeones P.O.S. ? Are you a marine mechanic ? Quote
bassmanb69 Posted May 13, 2011 Author Posted May 13, 2011 No I am not a marine mechanic but I do have the ability to fix the problems with this motor. I am on a limited budget and a fixer upper is not something I will pass on if the potential is there. This outboard is far from a total POS. I just don't know what these typically sell for and want to see how much room I would have for repair if I pay $200 for it before I am in the hole. Thanks. Quote
Super User Grey Wolf Posted May 14, 2011 Super User Posted May 14, 2011 No I am not a marine mechanic but I do have the ability to fix the problems with this motor. I am on a limited budget and a fixer upper is not something I will pass on if the potential is there. This outboard is far from a total POS. I just don't know what these typically sell for and want to see how much room I would have for repair if I pay $200 for it before I am in the hole. Thanks. N.A.D.A. average retail price = 35.00 Quote
jokerjp Posted May 15, 2011 Posted May 15, 2011 I personally would not consider that a good price for a 5HP with issues. If it was in perfect working order, then it would be worth the money. I'm guessing you can find one w/o issues for about the same price. If you are set on buying this one, I'd offer no more than $100 for it the way you've described, but again I would personally walk away. Quote
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