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02-23-2021, 05:21 PM #1Junior Member
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Advice Help Purchasing A moomba this weekend
Hey guys!
I am in the process of purchasing a 1999 Moomba outback and figured I would seek some expert advice before I make the purchase.
As it sits 260HRs
One small blemish on the seat
Current owner states previous owner took meticulous care of the boat. As is shows in the pictures however no maintenance records they have only had for one season.
I am just wondering, things to look for and check this will be my first Boat and I couldn't be more excited I am Mechanically inclined and have been under the hood of many cars but just want to make sure I don't buy a lemon that is more of a headache than a fun time on the lake
Are there any common problems with this year and trim?
Thanks in Advance
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02-23-2021, 11:12 PM #2Senior Member
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Last edited by parrothd; 02-23-2021 at 11:15 PM.
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2002 Moomba Mobius LSV - Sold
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02-23-2021, 11:33 PM #3
You should expect to have periodic repairs for a 23 year old boat. The impeller should be inspected, look for heat issues on the exhaust tubes. There should be very little water intrusion during operations. If there is water, then determine the source as it may need repacking of the stuffing tube. The carburetor needs to be checked out and if a rebuild is necessary. The fuel pump if original may need to be replaced at some point. Check for vibrations when under way that would point to propeller or shaft issues.
I had a 98 for 16 years with very few issues and I never lost money when I sold it.1998 Mobius
310 HP PCM
SOLD
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02-24-2021, 12:44 AM #4
Your biggest expense would be if the engine had bad compression. I would get a compression check or leak down test.
Water test is the next biggest thing.
Depending on maintenance recs, you might want to invest in tune up parts, fuel filter, impeller, fluid changes, and a new battery.
Boats break and parts wear out. So as mentioned above, a 20+ year old boat and some things will break over time.
260 hours and the interior sounds like it's in great condition.
Good find ! Good luck !!
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02-26-2021, 07:05 PM #5Senior Member
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Zabooda, You sold out and your done??? I don't see where you bought another boat. I know we're getting old. You have been on here a long time. I'm one of the older members also. Dont get on here much anymore. Young folks and I don't think I always fit in anymore. I'm 63 but I don't want to stop. Looking at going out this Sunday. Water is about 58 degrees if I had to guess. Supposed to be 80 air temp. Going to try and ski it. I am a fool. I have a wetsuit
Last edited by jmb; 02-26-2021 at 07:07 PM.
Jack Beams
'05 Outback DD
325HP EFI Indmar
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02-26-2021, 07:53 PM #6Senior Member
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02-27-2021, 12:55 PM #7
I have some friends that have some old-school Supra ski boats. Not their primary boat. Might get used 10x per season for early AM salmon runs.
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