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Mercury 150-HP engine $13,600
Key Switch $315
Tax $835
Labor $850
Total $15,600

My guy said that he'd use all my current rigging, and use my proppeller from the my 135 to save money. He'd replace the boat's fuel lines so those would be new.

Q4: does this proposal seem reasonable?

My mechanic got back to me regarding my Mercury OptiMax 135-HP engine, and said that he could fix the engine and get me a few more years out of it for just over $5,000. He also said he could re-power [my DAUNTLESS 18] with a new Mercury 150-HP engine for $15,600. Give me advice on whether to repair ...

Maybe you can have a look as well on the Mercury 115 Pro XS CT. Thanks Lupi. That engine might be something to consider. I'm waiting for my mechanic to get back to me on the [condition of the present OptiMax 135-HP engine]. When I dropped off with the mechanic, he that [failure of the] the fuel inj...

To re-power with a 115-HP four-stroke-power-cycle engine as a replacement for a 2.5-liter V6 two-stroke-power-cycle engine with air compressor and direct-injection would not be an equivalent powering of the boat, and, based on your comment that you “love the power [you] get from the 135-HP OptiMax”...

Thanks Phil, much appreciated.

Q2: do you think I could get away with a 115-HP? [Buying a 115-HP engine] would save money and help with the weight distribution.

ASIDE: I'm hoping the OptiMax has enough life in her, but if I do have to re-power I think I want to keep this boat instead of starting over completely.

Jefecinco wrote:A smart propeller selection can eliminate or lessen a Dauntless hull's tendency for the bow to ride high.

Q1: Are you suggesting I buy a heavier 150-HP engine and use the right propeller?

I may re-power my 2000 DAUNTLESS 18. It now has a Mercury 135-HP OptiMax. I HOPE to get a few more years out of that engine. FOR PEOPLE WHO ALREADY HAVE RE-POWERED A c.2000 DAUNTLESS 18: give me recommendations for engines for a re-power. Aside from the cost of a new engine, my biggest concern is we...