I got the bad news about my 175hp Johnson on a 2000 stratos f/ski boat the other day. The local mechanic said that there was no compression on #3. I am no mechanic by any means and am looking for some answers or possible ideas for replacing or getting this fixed. He estimated around $5000 to rebuild. I talked to him again today and he was steamin about me asking him again exactly what the problem was, like I was insulting him, which I was just trying to get info to pass on to people who may have solutions. Long story short, Im stuck without a motor and am looking for either a used or new motor and if this estimate sounds fair? I don't think I will have it rebuilt and was wondering do people trade these nonworking engines for a new or used one? Any dealers in Central IL? Any answers or ideas,solution are greatly appreciated. Thanks, Sean