Jim wrote:
I would look for signs of corrosion, check the
compression, and look for water in the lower end.

Does it start easily? Does it pump water?

That's what I'd look for.
Jim

Vødkäjéllÿ wrote:

Hi group

We are buying a second hand 9.9 mariner 2 stroke (it's
about 3 years old) for our 11ft Rib. Have been reading
the messages in here and found lots of info on the above
model, but please could anyone advise us of what to look
for ie potential problems when opening it up? Please respond, this is a
genuine inquiry, and I will be
replying! Thanks in advance

A complete novice!

Thanks Jim, I'll pass that info on to HIMSELF :-)

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Vj