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engine questions/advise
While im very happy with my 1720 Key West with the 90 Yamaha, like all boats it isn't an all round perfect rig.
Down here where I live and fish, much of the area is shallow in spots at least, thereby causing me problems.
Especially the St Johns south of Rt 192, and small lakes not shown on maps along that stretch down to Rt 60. Also, some places have lots of water way back into the Cypress trees/swamps, which should make for nice hot weather locations. So I decided I needed a good boat that would give me better access to those type spots.
After a few months of searching, I decided on a new 1442 Alweld bare bones Jon boat. It's rated for 25 hp, but my thoughts are something 9.9 to maybe 20 max, and probably 15.
I bought this boat from a dealer over on the west coast, and he claims a 9.9 Merc would send it along just fine for my type use.
Now my dilemma. For the last 25 years or so ive been using Yamaha motors and have been very happy.
But should I have tunnel vision, and rule out others?
I called the mechanic who services my engine and who dosent sell motors, but uses Yamahas on his own boat.
His only advise was to get a fuel injected engine, further adding to my confusion. First, it pretty much rules out most used motors in very nice condition, and even some new ones in that size range including Honda, and I believe even Yamaha.
Would I be apt to be just as happy with another brand, say like Suzuki, or Mercury?
Suzuki can also be bought more reasonably and might have a longer warranty.
How about a carberated model? I can buy a new leftover carberated Merc w/ full warranty, in 15/20 hp cheaper than some new model 9.9s.
Also has anyone had experience with buying online, and having an engine shipped direct to your door? Savings over buying from a dealer are $250 or more, and no sales tax charged. But the tax could catch up later? Any other experiences or opinions?
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Look at tohatsu outboards they make Mercury’s smaller outboards & other manufactures, I don’t know how small they go
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Look at tohatsu outboards they make Mercury’s smaller outboards & other manufactures, I don’t know how small they go
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I would stick with Mercury or Yamaha, I would also not go less than 20hp. The new 20 Merc has some pretty impressive features and reviews.
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Never once have I been driving a boat and thought to myself, "Boy, I sure wish I had less power."
I have a 25 yammy 4 stroke carb motor on a 16' Lund and I get 21.5 mph solo, down to 17.5-18 with a load of duck hunting gear and two buddies. I'm wishing for a 35-40hp.
I'd go 20-25hp in your case.
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Im sorta leaning that way, but the Fuel injection thing has me a bit off balance frankly.Originally Posted by huntinslabs
Ive never really had many carberator issues over the years, so is it as big a deal as it is now portrayed?
I can buy a new leftover 20 hp carberated Merc with full warranty for $300 less than a 15 hp Merc with fuel injection.
Both engines are identicle in size and weight, only difference in looks are the decals.
Also it's about $500 cheaper than a new 15 hp Yamaha that dosent have fuel injection either.
But the 20 Merc is a 2017 model, so is that the reason it's still available?
The 15 hp F. I. Merc is a 2019 model.
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Not a Merc guy persay, but for the money I’d buy the Merc. Carbed or injected not going to be a big difference. Always a lot of new old stock motors out there. It’s still going to have new motor warranty. On that boat I would not go over that 20. Only difference on injected motors, easier to start at times and a little more fuel efficient. On down side it has a computer on it so something else electronic to go bad.
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I agree with Cray. With normal constant use I would believe that you would get good service from the Merc. I don’t think the FI would have a significant gain in fuel economy. I would also lean toward the 20 horse. I too am looking for a bare bones boat, but it will have to be exactly what I want. I’ll know it when I can’t resist or walk away from it. Let us know what you decide and why, might help us out one day.
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Those are interesting.
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