Zib - 2/24/2014 12:52 PM

I know the early Opti's (150 HP & up) had issues with the power heads.



I had a 150 HP model year 2000 Optimax. That motor went through two power heads before I got rid of it. Mercury covered the cost of the first one but not the second. After 7 years and a ton of in the shop time I basically sold the motor for parts / scrap value and repowered. If I recall correctly, there was a class action lawsuit involved and I think that is why Mercury covered the cost of the first replacement power head. Not the most pleasant experience.

Not bashing the current Mercury engines but if you are looking into one of the Opti's from that time frame, my advice is proceed with caution.


Edited by LarryO 2/24/2014 7:11 PM