dave007 Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Hi Can anyone help me , Had a day out in Poole harbour yesterday one of the few I have managed this year , all going well until the engine stopped suddenly, although it started again it would only race with no throttle control. we limped a shore with my little 4hp aux motor to meet up with some friends. It wasn't until I lifted the engine clear of the water that we noticed a big hole where the gear box used to be , so it looks as if I hit something in the water. Does any have or know of a long shaft 45 - 55 hp motor for sale please if you could either ring 07717 852 539 or email that would be fantastic, hoping insurance will pay up but cant get through to them only answer phone ! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Sorry to hear the bad news Dave. I don't know of any engines for sale. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 For underwater impact damage your insurance should cover it Good luck with your Claim, glad you got back safely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 as you have a working powerhead, one option might be to find a bottom end from somewhere - obviously such issues will depend on the age and availability of the unit, as well as the insurance aspects (the excess may be significant). a starting point would be to know the exact model of outboard, and year..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 Seems like boats are dropping like ninepins A note of caution, it's possible that the gearbox failed in some way and exploded outwards leaving a hole, so you may have difficulty with the insurance claim. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 Surely hitting something you should have noticed! Remember, most policies double the the excess for underwater collisions (which could outweigh the cost of a 2nd hand gearbox on an old motor). If they only fund a new gearbox, your engine may not be economical to repair and it isn't worth claiming for. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave007 Posted August 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Thanks for all your comments have now received a cheque towards another motor which has also been fitted and back on the water.( I wish I lived nearer). niggle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Great, glad to hear to got a result with the insurers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Good news then Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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