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<blockquote data-quote="huntinfool" data-source="post: 376001" data-attributes="member: 1931"><p>Compression test.</p><p>"Bounce" the motor while tilted up. If the transom is solid, it won't move much. </p><p>On a fiberglass boat I stand on the back of the motor and see if I can get it to "flex" if it moves easily, there's a problem. If not its good. </p><p>As a last resort, you can take a small tool set with you and remove a bolt in the transom and inspect the wood there. Get permission first and bring silicone to seal it back. Even if you don't plan on buying it, but especially if you do. </p><p></p><p>Look for stains. </p><p>Look for corrosion everywhere and any stains that may have washed in a particular direction. Might indicate a leak.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="huntinfool, post: 376001, member: 1931"] Compression test. "Bounce" the motor while tilted up. If the transom is solid, it won't move much. On a fiberglass boat I stand on the back of the motor and see if I can get it to "flex" if it moves easily, there's a problem. If not its good. As a last resort, you can take a small tool set with you and remove a bolt in the transom and inspect the wood there. Get permission first and bring silicone to seal it back. Even if you don't plan on buying it, but especially if you do. Look for stains. Look for corrosion everywhere and any stains that may have washed in a particular direction. Might indicate a leak. [/QUOTE]
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