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Old 02-04-2022, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by jeff32
I am not from florida, but i would assume finding a good shop where boats were borned should not be a challenge! Right?
Ironically, no, Florida is the "Sunny state for shady people"

There are some good ones but a lot of horror stories too... The thread names every reputable engine builder down here. Outside of this list it wouldnt be a good idea. Plus, almost all of the smaller guys that I used 5-7 years ago have swapped to "only outboards".
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Old 02-04-2022, 09:04 AM
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Innovation Marine is not far from me. Visited the shop a couple of years ago. CLEAN and up to date equipment. Friendly office staff. I didn't have the work done and don't know personally who has. Good luck......

Innovation Marine Inc.
8011 15th St E
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-355-7852
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Old 02-04-2022, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by BLAD
Mesa balancing
Ive never had anything done by them, but spoke on the phone with Laz a couple times a few years for pretty extended periods, and he seemed like he would be good/easy to work with
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Old 02-05-2022, 07:20 AM
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Express racing engines. Deland Fl
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Old 02-06-2022, 01:28 PM
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If I were in a position to have engine work done for my own boat, I would have to rely on my own personal experience of boat racing starting in 1958.
I would only have one choice......INNOVATION Marine in Sarasota.
Good people, quality work and these people really know what they are doing, because they have done it so many times before.
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Old 02-08-2022, 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by B38
Express racing engines. Deland Fl
+1 for Bruce Baker at Express.
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Old 02-09-2022, 05:05 AM
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Having spent a questionable sum of money with an engine builder in Florida, I'd take my business elsewhere if/when the need arises again. Innovation would be high on my list at that point.

Before you decide, find out who actually puts a warranty on their work. Should narrow down your list.

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Old 02-10-2022, 07:29 AM
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Laz at Mesa Balancing will do you right.
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Old 02-10-2022, 04:25 PM
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Flagship Marine Punta Gorda, FL.
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Old 02-10-2022, 06:54 PM
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A plus for Flagship Marine. Bought parts there and they were very fair.
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