Halvecto
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Picked up a Whaler a few years ago. It had a 1958 Mercury Mark 55 40hp on it. I ran it (very temperamental) for a season and then last year it had electrical problems and quit on me. It is a classic engine for the nostalgic period correct restoration, but a pain for what i want. So this spring, I did some research and found BoatWorks OC down in San Juan Capistrano. Rich works on all kinds of older (and newer) outboards. We ended up working a trade for my old engine to "update" to a 1982 Mercury 25 hp which is a much better set up for the 13' Sport and more turnkey for the kids to run. They also did some transom and fiberglass work for the install.
I know there are some great shops that many of you guys work with, but Rich seems to be a good resource for the older and smaller outboard work that can be tough to come by.
Here is a few shots of his shop. As you can see, he's got a bunch of engines around the shop. I haven't run it yet, but look forward to seeing how it does.
I know there are some great shops that many of you guys work with, but Rich seems to be a good resource for the older and smaller outboard work that can be tough to come by.
Here is a few shots of his shop. As you can see, he's got a bunch of engines around the shop. I haven't run it yet, but look forward to seeing how it does.