BHardy448

I have not pulled the head, I have checked inside cylinder and it shows some very bad scoring on inside. There was a mechanic quote that came in the boat which said "Owner says 60 mph across lake, heard loud crash and banking from motor. Towed back to dock. Cylinder #2 reads 0 compression. All other cylinders okay" The motor read the same for us.

Well thank you guys for all the help. I have found a dealer that is willing to rebuild for $4,500, new powerhead for $5,000, or sell me a 2004 225 for $7,000, And they will give me $1,000 for my motor.

Thank you for that! Won't hurt to give them a call and see if the motor still falls under this program! Apparently they were as bad as I have heard ..

I actually was unaware of the 99-01 issues they had. I am definetly open to finding an 02+ motor. But right now it's becoming very tough to find a well reputable mechanic that will stand behind their warranty. And actually the link you had given me, sure opened my eyes of the 15 threads on just this year of motor! So thank you for that, I think! Lol

I'm not so sure there's ever a helluva deal on a boat but I got it for around 4, and think if I can stay under 6 on rebuild I'll still be sitting in good range of what it's worth. Thank you for the link, I appreciate the help!

Hello all, I recently purchased this 1999 Sprint 207 DC. I was and am aware of 0 compression in cylinder #2. I am looking for direction in having this Merc 225 rebuilt, or a remanufactured powerhead. I am located near Dayton, Ohio, and am looking for a well known and respected dealer or mechanic that stand behind their work! Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you ladies and gentleman!