bassmanb69

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.

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.

Mrbassface, I am by no means an expert on the wacky rig but most of the time I have used them or seen them used they are weightless. I have seen it used on occation with a weighted hook. After reading this thread I am pretty sure the authority on wacky rigs would be Mr. Wayne P. His posts and articles about wacky rigs are what started me using that rig to begin with. I am willing to bet he will be along at some point to correct me if I am wrong.

Mrbassface, Good luck this weekend! I too have been told that the wacky rig is great. I have also heard good things about Rat-L-traps. I have been looking at the map found here- Briery Map. I have also been using the program Google Earth and really studying the layout as well. It really helps since its an aerial view. I have no idea what the water level is like but I saw some pics of the lake when the water was down and it was covered with stumps and timber. I was told that at normal levels, many of the stumps are just under the surface. Again, good luck and i hope the map might help. Looking forward to seeing some nice pics!

Hello, everyone. I just want to say thanks for all the information in this thread. I have read it twice now. My friend and I are going to be heading to Briery for the first time on the 16th. I was wondering if anyone has been there recently and knows the current conditions. This thread has given me a ton of ideas to try and I can't wait to see what happens. Thanks again to everyone that has been kind enough to share thier knowledge and tips. Its nice to see a group of people that are willing to help others have a shot at being successful.