Ordered my dixie mud motor (new frame) 3 weeks ago yesterday.. Mike told me 10 days it took about 14 to have it in my hands.. Not too bad, took It out first day ran great except fedex broke the air cleaner clips during shipping, so the cover flew off and is now in the bottom of the lake..
The motor was pushing my 1542 tracker topper a steady 25 with 2 guys.. Day 2 after about 4 hours of run time 4 people pushing an average 20 mph (speeds were no different shallow or deep water) the drive belt broke.. Called mike and he sent a new one out rite away.. Looked into it and come to find out it was just top loose.. Put on a new belt tightened it down to about 18-20 lbs pre break-in and she's running great.. Only other issue I've had so far was trim bolt is a little weak and wants to bend when motor comes down hard on it.. Ive put about 15 hours on it so far and will keep updating any troubles etc.. For the money this is a good motor in my opinion