Posted By: GomerPyle
Mechanical Question - 50hp Evinrude - 04/22/19 05:48 PM
May have a chance to get a 1754 aluminum boat super cheap, due to a mechanical issue that the current owner doesn't want to fool with. It's got an older 50 horse Evinrude (similar to the one pictured below). Motor set up for several years before he decided to start using it again. It runs great on a hose in the driveway, revs fine, pumps water well, etc. But, on the lake when it's under a load, it just bogs down and doesn't have any "oomph".
What are the most likely culprits? or is there just not enough info? Also, what kind of reputation do these motors have, in general?