Local mechanic recommendations

[Opus Dixie]

Hi all,

I have a 130HP Johnson (2000) that's been giving me trouble since I bought it a few months ago. It usually takes a while to start, the bendix sticks, the motor's cut off suddenly a few times (while going about 35mph) and it overheated twice on Saturday out by the Lighthouse. I'm also noticing corrosion that's been spray-painted over on the motor, so at this point, I'm thinking about having it rebuilt, or at least checked out. Is there a local shop y'all can recommend? I've heard good things about Mike's Marine Supply in Panacea, but that's about it. Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks!

O.D.

[One Keeper]

You can't go wrong with Porter marine. He's located in Woodville on Elgin Rd. I think i speak for a lot of us when i say this. Give Waviel Porter a call @ 850-421-1490.

[Opus Dixie]

You can't go wrong with Porter marine. He's located in Woodville on Elgin Rd. I think i speak for a lot of us when i say this. Give Waviel Porter a call @ 850-421-1490.

I just called over there, looks like I'm dropping it off this week. Thanks for the recommendation! I hope he can get me back on the water soon, this motor's been driving me crazy!!