which is the thirstiest outboard motor

andrico · #1 19-08-2011, 09:35 AM

I have heard all about e-tecs and verado motors but no one ever talks about which is the motor to keep away from.

Which motor would you not buy and why?

bender · #2 19-08-2011, 09:40 AM

3.5 hp fourstroke suzuki..got one on my 12 foot tinny..with 2 up and gear and livewell i cant even get on the plane..mate says its the prop but i just think its two heavy and holding the transom down...

leachy · #3 19-08-2011, 04:31 PM

3.5Hp isnt much to play with, to be honest I dont think it could get up on the plane. I have never see a motor that size do it.

Regards
Leachy

Mandurah Marine · #4 19-08-2011, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrico

I have heard all about e-tecs and verado motors but no one ever talks about which is the motor to keep away from.

Which motor would you not buy and why?

A bit more info about HP range and boat application. It's (mostly) not just this brand or that.

Bender, You should be right with a tow in. . . .

andrico · #5 19-08-2011, 09:27 PM

Was probably aiming towards the 80hp-150hp.

2 stroke mainly as 4 stroke would be quite economical.

Mandurah Marine · #6 21-08-2011, 09:25 PM

80-150hp? Sounds like you haven't chosen the boat yet?
2 or 4 stroke fuel consumption in the EFI models are that close nowadays - some 2 strokes being more economical. I much prefer EFI 2 strokes but application plays a part. Have a look at Mercury Optimax and Tohatsu TLDI. Where you are specifically with horsepower, the boat type, size, weight, application, estimated hours/year etc? would help to get you better information. My engine preference always leans to Japanese gear.