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That's my opinion, not worth a lot, but hopefully it will help you. Thank of this though, if one of the companies truly made bad motors, they would not be in business very long at all. Good luck, Danny.
This is like an oxymoron It's not if motors blow but when That being said, I'm a yamaha man myself. I learned a little something from my wife's uncle. He is a mechanic, and has run his motor for over 20 years with out it blowing. After reading this board, I've noticed something Even our cars can't be red lined all the time. If you drive your car at red line all the time, you blow that engine as well. Nothing wrong with cruising between 45 and 60, with plenty left.
Now I'll knock on wood again to make sure I don't blow tomorrow. Maintenance and using one is a key to long service. Everyone has their favorite,just like lures. He pretty much said what buzzking said I'm still a fan of Yamaha! Well that depends on what you operating RPM range is danny. Take my motor for example, it makes the most HP between and If you are running lower than that designed range different for every motor then you are lugging it and any experienced outboard mechanic will tell you this is as bad as redlining one all the time.
I usually run around and stay in the "power band" without redlining, thats how you make motors last, lugging them will kill them over time. I've had my share of problem engines in the past Of all engines I thought would be reliable, Honda should be at the top of the list. Maybe you bought a new boat without a motor, or perhaps you are undertaking a major refit on a nice older hull. Either way, you get complete control over the choice.
If ordering a specific type of engine is important to you, and you are buying a new boat, you can work with your dealer to have the boat delivered unpowered. This might be a cost-prohibitive option, however, so crunch the numbers carefully. Another option is to rent a boat to try it out learn more about renting versus purchasing a boat. Outboard motors are experiencing something of a renaissance. Simple two-stroke carbureted outboards were the staple of the marine industry for decades.
Then, in the s, government emission standards for outboard motors were tightened, and manufacturers had to make a decision. Should they stick with the two-stroke motor and work to make them cleaner, or should they convert already clean four-stroke engines for marine use? Nearly all of the top manufacturers chose to go with four-stroke motors. Today, four-stroke outboards make up the majority of the US market. Technology and engineering advances have allowed these motors to match or beat the performance of comparable two-strokes, and they are now lighter and more powerful than ever.
All but the smallest engines are fuel-injected, meaning quick starting and more efficient combustion. Outboards today come in every shape and size, from pound two-horsepower models to V-8 horsepower monsters. Large offshore fishing boats are being rigged with three, four, five, or more huge outboards rigged on the back.
Companies like Seven Marine are pushing the limits to how much power an outboard can produce. The company makes what are currently the most powerful on the market, a horsepower V Want to protect your investment? Read my review of fuel stabilizers. Torqeedo makes a range of rechargeable electric outboards.
The company has tested the engines in pretty much any condition you can imagine. They offer models that are comparable to gasoline outboards ranging from one to eighty horsepower. On smaller examples, battery packs are easily swapped, so you can carry a charged spare at all times if you want to. For yacht tenders, canoes, jon boats, or any other small craft looking for an occasional push, these electric outboards are an interesting choice.
There are also several propane outboards on the market now. They range from five to fifteen horsepower and can run off either portable 1-lb.
The two leading players in the propane outboard market at Lehr and Tohatsu. These motors are primarily geared towards sailors to use as yacht tenders, but they are perfectly viable for any small vessel application.
Yanmar, the Japanese maker of diesel engines for marine and tractor use, has released a two-cylinder diesel outboard called the Dtorque. While only rated at 50 horsepower, the torquey diesel is more accurately compared to a 70 horsepower gasoline outboard. Look for more size options and other manufacturers venturing into the diesel outboard market soon.
If you get the luxury of picking out an outboard motor , how do you go about doing it? Evinrude E-Tec outboards are the only outboards available in the US that still use two-stroke technology. To make these motors comply with air quality standards and laws, Evinrude has created a sophisticated computer injection system. This allows the engines to run smoother, quieter, and cleaner than any two-stroke in history.
Outside of the US, traditional two-strokes are still available and in service. And there are, of course, used two-strokes that pop up on the used market from time to time. All other new outboards for sale today, including non-E-tec Evinrudes, are four-stroke models. Just like the engine in your car, these engines are incredibly reliable, smooth-running, and clean. They start with the turn of a key, and they sip fuel. One overarching factor affects your decision on which outboard motor to buy: the capacity of the boat hull.
On the Coast Guard capacity plate, a maximum horsepower and maximum motor weight will be provided. Do not exceed these limitations. Not only will doing so be unsafe, but you may be invalidating your insurance and limiting your options to resell the boat. Another major factor affecting your choice will be the weight of the motor itself. Two-stroke motors are always lighter than their four-stroke competitors. With this in mind, you can usually put more two-stroke horsepower on the back of a boat.
If you are repowering an older hull with a four-stroke, you might have to settle for a less powerful motor to keep the boat safely balanced. One of the most variable things about these brands is your access to mechanics and parts.
Some companies focus more on some geographic regions than others.
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