martymonsta Posted February 7, 2006 Share Posted February 7, 2006 G'day everyone, Just wondering whether anyone can recommend a good outboard mechanic (mobile or workshop-based) in the Castle Hill/Hornsby area. I also work at Ermington which is another option. I've recently purchased a 99' model Tohatsu 9.9hp 2 stroke and have been quoted $230 + parts for a standard 12 month service for this outboard at a workshop. This is my first outboard so don't have any previous experience. How does this compare with any of your own quotes? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Many Thanks Marty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishn4fun Posted February 7, 2006 Share Posted February 7, 2006 Mate there is a place ive been recommended too on Old Northern Road by members from the fishing club im with, pm me and ill let you know where they are at. Ive heard they are realy good with servicing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grantm Posted February 7, 2006 Share Posted February 7, 2006 Personally, I would say that is too expensive. $230 plus parts really means $230 in labour, cause there is obviously no oil or filter ! Now $230 for labour at an average labour rate of about $70 equates to over 3 hours. You can rebuild one in three hours. Go see Craig at Huetts in Cowan. Not a Tohatsu dealer but will still do a good job on it. Im sure he can beat $230 (especially once he reads this ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bear_au46 Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 try blakes at mcgraths hill or independent outboards at blacktown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wetpatch Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 2 of my mates have used this fella and think he's great value and very knowledgeable BB MARINE 0407954834 HE'S A MOBILE FELLA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmar560 Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 try blakes at mcgraths hill or independent outboards at blacktown Independent Outboards did my outboard service last year and I was very happy with their service. I've compared a few places ard sydney for a 50hr service on my engine and found them to be the cheapest. They are also Yamaha PLATINUM dealer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodnReel Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Independant look after my Yamaha 225 they do a great job at a good price, would recommend these guys to anybody living in the west. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martymonsta Posted March 14, 2006 Author Share Posted March 14, 2006 Sorry its taken me a while to reply back on this topic but I eventually ended up going for a dealer service and can wholeheartedly recommend Huett Marine Centre at Cowan for service. Dropped the 9.9 Tohatsu off on a Saturday morning with mention of no rush as I would pick it up the following Saturday. Even though the little motor was running OK, it was more a matter of peace of mind after buying a 2nd hand engine minus a service history. In the end the total came to $138 for a 2 year service (including new impeller and all sundries) and the lady at the dealership more than happy to answer any "I'm new to boating" questions. Much better than the $230 + parts quote I was given earlier... Just goes to show it pays to shop around! I know who I'll be sticking with next time. Tight lines everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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