Honda Four Stroke motors

Orion · 05-10-2004, 07:38 PM

I've got two Honda 4-strokes and both run great, quiet, and super on fuel economy (which is getting more important every day). You can determine the weight of the engines off the web sites and put the equivalent extra weight near the transom to see how your boat would sit in the water with the new motor. The extra weight in a 25-30 hp range shouldn't have much effect on the transom as long as your not over the HP limit.

Just Wonderin · 05-10-2004, 09:30 PM

We were recently faced with a similar dilemma. We called the manufacturer (Edgewater)and talked with a member of their technical staff about what would best power the boat we were purchasing. They gave us a two-stroke and four-stroke option and all the reasons behind each.

We also visited J.D.Power and Associates at: http://www.jdpower.com/cc/boats/index.jsp Once you click on this link (or cut and paste), click on "engine quality and performance" on the left hand side of your screen. It is a pop-up screen, so be sure not to block pop-ups.

You'll be able to read their take on outboards.

"J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Technology Plays Major Role in Marine Engine Purchase Decisions by Consumers. Evinrude and Yamaha Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Outboard Engines."

We feel that this research allowed us to make a very informed decision.

We currently have a Yamaha on our Grady White and have added a Yamaha to our Edgewater. We couldn't be happier with them. (now, don't boo but we did go with a two stroke on the small Edgewater because of the weight issue) Because of technological advancements, the two-strokes being manufactured today are nothing like the old smokers of the past.

Knomad · 05-11-2004, 08:00 PM

You can try Melvin Village Marina for your Honda Outboard. Great support and service. Good people.

05-10-2004, 07:38 PM	#1
Orion Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: MA Posts: 914 Thanks: 598 Thanked 193 Times in 91 Posts	4-strokes I've got two Honda 4-strokes and both run great, quiet, and super on fuel economy (which is getting more important every day). You can determine the weight of the engines off the web sites and put the equivalent extra weight near the transom to see how your boat would sit in the water with the new motor. The extra weight in a 25-30 hp range shouldn't have much effect on the transom as long as your not over the HP limit.

05-11-2004, 08:00 PM	#3
Knomad Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Center Tuftonboro Posts: 174 Thanks: 0 Thanked 33 Times in 19 Posts	Honda Four Stroke You can try Melvin Village Marina for your Honda Outboard. Great support and service. Good people.

05-10-2004, 09:30 PM	#2
Just Wonderin Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 169 Thanks: 55 Thanked 23 Times in 14 Posts	We were recently faced with a similar dilemma. We called the manufacturer (Edgewater)and talked with a member of their technical staff about what would best power the boat we were purchasing. They gave us a two-stroke and four-stroke option and all the reasons behind each. We also visited J.D.Power and Associates at: http://www.jdpower.com/cc/boats/index.jsp Once you click on this link (or cut and paste), click on "engine quality and performance" on the left hand side of your screen. It is a pop-up screen, so be sure not to block pop-ups. You'll be able to read their take on outboards. "J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Technology Plays Major Role in Marine Engine Purchase Decisions by Consumers. Evinrude and Yamaha Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Outboard Engines." We feel that this research allowed us to make a very informed decision. We currently have a Yamaha on our Grady White and have added a Yamaha to our Edgewater. We couldn't be happier with them. (now, don't boo but we did go with a two stroke on the small Edgewater because of the weight issue) Because of technological advancements, the two-strokes being manufactured today are nothing like the old smokers of the past.