01-20-2004, 04:10 PM
Hey guys,
The outboard motor I have is a Sears Gamefisher 5hp. I got it from a friend who bought it new and used it less than 5hrs, but it's been sitting for 5 or more years unused in his garage. Should I just hook it up to a gas tank and fire it up, or should I get it serviced before I use it?
I've used outboards extensively, but I've never owned one and all the ones I used were regularely maintenanced, so this is a problem I've not run into before. If servicing is required does anyone know of a business that does quality work at a fair price that they could recommend?
Thanks for any advice.
Mark
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The outboard motor I have is a Sears Gamefisher 5hp. I got it from a friend who bought it new and used it less than 5hrs, but it's been sitting for 5 or more years unused in his garage. Should I just hook it up to a gas tank and fire it up, or should I get it serviced before I use it?
I've used outboards extensively, but I've never owned one and all the ones I used were regularely maintenanced, so this is a problem I've not run into before. If servicing is required does anyone know of a business that does quality work at a fair price that they could recommend?
Thanks for any advice.
Mark
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