Outboard decision

[PaulM]

I am looking at used outboards for my 14 foot aluminum boat that I use primarily for prawning and crabbing. I am trying to decide between a 2003 Mercury 9.9 4 stroke and a 95 15 hp Yamaha 2 stroke. The Mercury is $350 more than the Yamaha. Power isn't an issue, I am wondering which is the best motor; even though the Yamaha is the older motor. Both owners report that the motors have been used in fresh water only and are well maintained

Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[Charter Tofino]

I have a 2 stk yamaha similar year 98 30 and i havent had any problems with it. But i would go for the merc if powers not an issue quieter more efficent ect. Is the yamaha oil injected?

 

[PaulM]

No, the Yamaha is not oil injected

 

[nedarb2]

go for an e-tech! both motors would be good, the merc might last longer tho being newer, and 4 strokes generally last longer than 2 strokes

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[Hurston]

Ask if the valves have been adjusted on the Merc 4 stroke and when the engine oil was last changed. I believe the valves have to be done around the 300hr mark. I have a 1999 Mariner (merc) 4 stroke and I absolutely love it for it's lack of vibration, quietness and being smokefree. Services are just pricier than 2 strokes.

 

[LuvDsea]

quote:
I am looking at used outboards for my 14 foot aluminum boat that I use primarily for prawning and crabbing. I am trying to decide between a 2003 Mercury 9.9 4 stroke and a 95 15 hp Yamaha 2 stroke. The Mercury is $350 more than the Yamaha. Power isn't an issue, I am wondering which is the best motor; even though the Yamaha is the older motor. Both owners report that the motors have been used in fresh water only and are well maintained

Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[LuvDsea]

The 4 stroke give less strain on the engine....longer life

 

[scott craven]

for $350.00 the Merc is 8 years newer and 4 stroke...
it's a no brainer

scotty

 

[PaulM]

Thank you for the advice. I just put a deposit on the Mercury.



Edited by - paulm on 01/25/2006 19:53:49