Gamefisher outboards were made by Eska and Force in the late 70s. Sears Roebucks marketed a line of small horsepower outboards under the Gamefisher brand. So, are these outboards worth it? As time passes, hard core parts of these outboards are becoming more and more difficult to find. There are many problems related to the outboard's hard core parts; here are more details: The Motor The motor often doesn't start right away. Even after starting, it remains idle - sometimes changing the choke position helps, but not always. The motor often cannot run at high speed. If forced, it will run for a few minutes and then stop altogether. At low speed it runs nicely but roughly. Sometimes the engine fluctuates between rough and smooth at any speed. The Gamefisher motor cannot be locked at an elevated position, which is a problem. The prop can't be raised above the water, and it has to be dragged so that the speed and performance is lost. The Tiller The tiller is mounted beneath the air cleaner assembly. It cannot be raised past the air cleaner, since it blocks the free movement of the tiller. The air cleaner assembly is a weak point of the outboard. The Impeller The impeller is small and of weak design. The stream from the water discharge is very weak. Other Notes
Another problem lies with the spark. In some gamefisher models, either there is no spark or a weak spark. In some cases it is also observed that the engine becomes hot even after just ten minutes of running. There are additional problems like excessive vibrating of the outboard engine and the sudden collapsing of the engine. It is a waste of money and time to solve these problems. There is always the problem of changing the hard core parts, not to mention finding them. So, in my opinion, Gamefisher outboards are no longer worth it. They are generally more trouble than they're worth. Although, I would encourage you to do your own research and come to your own decision. This is a great place to get Gamefisher outboards.
21 Comments
1/13/2021 12:43:27 am
This article is pure utter babbling gobble-die goop
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Jude j diener
12/24/2021 02:57:09 am
You are so right. I have been using gamefisher motors for years and love them. The Eska 9nes were a little sketchy but the Tanka and the Force motors are great. The 15hp Force motors are light, simple, dependable and easy to work on.
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Douglas F Parker
5/23/2023 04:21:19 am
You are so right! Did you read where he says engine collapses" ? WTF!?! LOL 😆 . Also he said Force made them in the mid 70's!!! Haha! Freak!!!!
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Cory Craig
4/20/2022 09:52:14 pm
Absolute nonsense, I just bought a 1991 Gamefisher 9.9 that has been sitting for over 5 years in a old timers basement. With a 5 minute carb rebuild (remove carb and cleaning). It purrs. I even adjusted the carb to a slower idle rpm and it still runs strong and doesn’t cut out. You can even start it on low idle. This guy is crazy.
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I really do enjoy my gamefisher 5hp. It is an 80s-90s 2 stroke. All I did was replace the fuel line, clean the spark plug and carburetor and it was good to go. Air cooled so really efficient for launching with small boat because you can start it before launch. O have made long trips on mine that I wouldn’t trust with many other small engines. I attached a video of mine. I have it on a 12 ft v hull aluminum. Does fine with two people. I do recommend this motor if you have basic mechanical skills, because the motor is so small there is not much up keep. Anything will run rough at first if it sat with mixed gas in it. Just do the basics and it will be reliable for a smal boat. Great on fuel as well. I never said anything about going fast though! Lol. You can follow this link to see mine in action https://youtube.com/shorts/EI2pybQNnbo?feature=share
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Lance
7/22/2022 09:14:30 pm
I’m searching for a fuel line for my Gamefisher 15hp any clues on where to find one would be greatly appreciated.
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tom
9/23/2022 08:23:17 am
I would think any auto parts store no? Mine is just a 1/4" on mine.
Tom
9/23/2022 08:23:43 am
I have a 15hp Game fisher that i got out of a friends basement brand new in the original crate from 1995 and it purrs like a kitten. have been using it for almost a season without a singe problem. Looks like parts are still available if needed as well. the guy that wrote this article was drunk or something
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Trey keyser
2/4/2023 04:11:57 pm
Hey I just got a 1993 game fisher 9.9 made by Mercury (model number 225581995) and I was wondering where you are finding parts, I think I found some Mercury parts that will fit but I’m not sure?
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Tom
5/24/2023 10:44:15 am
So far i haven't needed anything, but i have seen them on the web for your common wear and tear items(water pump, Carb parts, coils..etc) but the less common parts( gear box, heads, control handles) can be found on Market Place, Craigs list or Ebay. My motor has been working great! 11/23/2023 05:55:21 am
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