Soooooo, just got a call from gent I'm buying a 2020 Caracal from with above motor. His last tournament out of this boat today, never had an issue before, I was planning on driving down tomorrow to pick it up and it breaks down on the water. He calls me while being towed in. Motor stuck in gear. Try to start, prop is turning. Called his dealer (Mare) and they believe it might be an actuator. Guessing they've run into this before which means probably many have. Motor under warranty of course but I'm trying to gauge how difficult of a repair this is and how long it will take to fix. Season opens on Champlain next Saturday and was hoping to be out there. Anyone else run into this with new Merc? Anyone know if parts are readily available (which is my biggest concern with the way things are theses days).
Unrelated question and maybe dumb, but I am assuming newer BCB trailers still require a 2" ball and not something larger. If not, let me know so I can buy a bigger ball. Owner is telling me when trailer level, hitch is about 20" from pavement. Had to use a 5" drop for my 07 Classic, sounds like I won't need that much for the Caracal. Tow vehicle 2019 GMC Sierra SLT 20" tires.
Was SO looking forward to picking this up Monday morning and bringing it home......
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