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Specialty Motors Manufacturing - Outboard / Sterndrive Back In Test Tank on 2040-parts.com

Location:

Sweet Home, Oregon, United States

Sweet Home, Oregon, United States
Condition:Used

Hydrodynamic test tank for outboard or inboard / outboard (Sterndrive) boats. Allows motor testing by simply backing boat & trailer up to the tank. Motor can be run in gear at high RPM without using a test prop. This tank is designed to be set into a shallow depression and has an hydraulic cradle which pivots the tank up or down (note: the hydraulic cylinder will need to repaired or replaced) depending on transom height in relation to the tank. This unit is serviceable as is but should be cleaned up and revamped for best results. Similar new units sell for over $3000. Free local pick up or will load via forklift on your arranged shipping truck. Contact with questions.

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