Siezed Motor
Guest
Posted 8/19/2008 10:40 PM (#332380)
Subject: Siezed Motor


I have a 200 Evie ficht.
Went to start after a long fast run and "chunk"...the starter wouldnt even turn the pistons...

Pulled out..put in gear..CANNOT turn the prop

Oil tank was low to empty.

Added a gallon xd 50..no change.

No low oil alarm, no 'no oil' alarm.

36 month warrenty expired July 2 this year.

Taking to the shop.

Any guesses on problem and cost?


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sworrall
Posted 8/19/2008 11:03 PM (#332385 - in reply to #332380)
Subject: Re: Siezed Motor





Posts: 32958


Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Impossible to guess, your mechanic will let you know.
Guest
Posted 8/20/2008 9:10 PM (#332608 - in reply to #332380)
Subject: RE: Siezed Motor


Yup---she she's seized up.

KUDOS to EVINRUDE!!!!!! Even though my warrenty expired, they are going to cover parts and labor after reviewing the motor's report that indicated no abuse on my part.

ESOX Maniac
Posted 8/21/2008 7:31 AM (#332639 - in reply to #332608)
Subject: RE: Siezed Motor





Posts: 2754


Location: Mauston, Wisconsin
Don't you just love the modern electronic's in our equipment- no "low oil" alarms, no "RPM over limit" alarms & you get warranty service - sweeet! I'd stick with those guys.

But, why were there no warnings????? Could be a "firmware" problem.

Have fun!
Al

Edited by ESOX Maniac 8/21/2008 7:34 AM