- Joined
- Jul 31, 2021
- Messages
- 1,056
- Reaction score
- 672
- Points
- 113
- Location
- NW Florida
- Vehicle Year
- 1994
- Make / Model
- Ford Ranger XLT
- Engine Type
- 2.3 (4 Cylinder)
- Engine Size
- 2.3
- Transmission
- Manual
- 2WD / 4WD
- 2WD
- Total Drop
- 1.5” till I get these springs replaced
- Tire Size
- 225-70-R14
Surprised there’s no boat section.
I’ve always seen cheap 90’s PWCs on FB and CL. Most say that the hull is good but the engine is the problem… “ran last year,” “lost compression,” “electricals are shot,” etc.
Fiberglass is easy enough to inspect, but engines not so much. I’ve made some real scores on dirt bikes that just needed a new carb or something. What about outboards or PWCs? Any idea if engine parts are available for 30 year old PWCs? If the engine doesn’t run, does that mean it was stored with salt water in it and it’s shot? Impeller related headaches?
It sure is tempting to try to get a PWC for $500 when the going rate is a couple grand.
I’ve always seen cheap 90’s PWCs on FB and CL. Most say that the hull is good but the engine is the problem… “ran last year,” “lost compression,” “electricals are shot,” etc.
Fiberglass is easy enough to inspect, but engines not so much. I’ve made some real scores on dirt bikes that just needed a new carb or something. What about outboards or PWCs? Any idea if engine parts are available for 30 year old PWCs? If the engine doesn’t run, does that mean it was stored with salt water in it and it’s shot? Impeller related headaches?
It sure is tempting to try to get a PWC for $500 when the going rate is a couple grand.