this motor is pretty reliable and so is the out drive . however you can detonate both with holding them wide open for a period of time . The boat is a very well designed hull and will handle just about any rough lake water. Just make sure you always check the oil level and it is at full and the transmition fluid . also operating temp. the outdrive should be checked for fluid and color . these drives are known to over heat and basically seize. so enjoy but rember this is not a game of manipulation and how far you can push this toy ....... Never mess with papa or his toys :220v: :skull: :cry: :rollside: