[omc-boats] Evinrude Playmate won't Play

I bought an Evinrude Playmate last summer, thinking I'd get it in shape
and have some fun.

Ity seemed like a good idea at the time, but I bit off more than I can
chew here.

After too much money with an old-time mechanic and even more of my own
time, I am calling it quits.

There are some new and rebuilt parts. I had it running but it had no
power--probably needs a carb rebuild. Now it needs a starter relay too.
 But after a succession of fix-this-to-find-that I would expect
something else after the carbs are straightened out. I have about $1500
in this bucket and I'd be excited to get half that back. At least the
trailer rolls...presently resting in northern Minnesota.

I am considering:
- selling it intact
- selling it for parts
- having a bonfire with the boat and building a utility bed on the trailer

If anyone is interested in all or part of this boat, please reply
privately so we don't drag the whole group into it.

thanx
ed
Received on Monday, 19 July 2004