Merc 900sc
 

Looking at a boat with year 2000 twin Merc 900sc's.... was this a good motor? maintenance? Any input would be greatly appreciated.... Thanks Jim

Re: Merc 900sc
 

Jim thats a good solid engine the valvetrane needs the regular maintance check spring press and replace as needed

Re: Merc 900sc
 

Well that leaves you out Jim, you just learned how to fasten the velcro on your shoes...Say goodbye to the beak...from the birdbath:D

Re: Merc 900sc
 

Thanks Mesa!... I was really wondering about if they had a high annual/hourly maintenance cost..... Would I be looking at 150 to 200 hours between refreshing? They have about 200 hours right now I would assume they would need to be gone through... do you have any thoughts on that? Thanks Jim

Re: Merc 900sc
 

I could be wrong, but I kind of remember ( :drink: :rolleyes: ) the Merc guy at the Miami show saying that you need to rebuild the top end of the 900's every 100 hours (it might have been less maybe 60 hours?). I think it was the '02 or '03 show that Merc Racing was offering the first rebuild for free if you bought them.

What are you looking at Masher?????????????

Re: Merc 900sc
 

that is too much motor for you masher, your alpha's won't handle it....

Re: Merc 900sc
 

Covert Operation... like you Craig :drink:

I am going to discuss it with JC and Z next week. I have zero experience with the 900. It is a 2000 model (I think) or a 2001. I am getting more info next week on the boat. 100 hours would be the limit for me. I was hoping to tone them down and get closer to 200 hours. If the 100 hours was just springs/lifters etc I might be able to live with that. I just dont want to buy a 100 hour bombshell....

Re: Merc 900sc
 

I am going to go with TRS on it :evilb:

Re: Merc 900sc
 

and you are talking to JC???????? :eek: :eek:

Re: Merc 900sc
 

... and Z (Zul)... just to make sure I get expert opinion.... :evilb: