Wanted: Outboard 115-140hp

[A1an]

Looking for a long shaft four stroke outboard, EFI, no carbs.

Yamaha 115-130hp

Suzuki 115-140hp

Budget circa £5k

Cheers.

[jambo]

Hi Alan. You on another build project? Cheers B

[A1an]

Originally Posted by jambo

Hi Alan. You on another build project? Cheers B

I have indeed Billy, I’ve managed to source a tidy Ribcraft 585. I’m sure a refurb thread will appear on here soon enough

[jambo]

Best of luck on your build. You pick a good rib to do it. Cheers mate all the best when it comes. Stay safe. B

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by jambo

Best of luck on your build. You pick a good rib to do it. Cheers mate all the best when it comes. Stay safe. B

He’ll get it all nice & tidy, and then flog it Billy. You know what he’s like[emoji6]

[jambo]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

He’ll get it all nice & tidy, and then flog it Billy. You know what he’s like[emoji6]

Got it in one Dave. B

[A1an]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

He’ll get it all nice & tidy, and then flog it Billy. You know what he’s like[emoji6]

this one will be for keeps.
I’ve been working my way up to a Ribcraft that I can get 4 seats and double console in. I prefer the double console, it’s a bit more sociable when cruising with ‘er indoors.

Anyone know where all the long shaft engines have gone? Everything seems to be XL.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by A1an

this one will be for keeps.
I’ve been working my way up to a Ribcraft that I can get 4 seats and double console in. I prefer the double console, it’s a bit more sociable when cruising with ‘er indoors.

Anyone know where all the long shaft engines have gone? Everything seems to be XL.

Depending on which version transom you have, you may need an XL

[spartacus]

Side by side jockey is a keeper!

I've searched the usual sites for outboards Alan and it's like going on a beach with a metal detector. 5p coin, two ring pulls and an empty can of peach slices.

The 585 can take 150hp, would you consider a Mariner 4-stroke?

[A1an]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

Depending on which version transom you have, you may need an XL

definitely just a long shaft.

Originally Posted by spartacus

Side by side jockey is a keeper!

I've searched the usual sites for outboards Alan and it's like going on a beach with a metal detector. 5p coin, two ring pulls and an empty can of peach slices.

The 585 can take 150hp, would you consider a Mariner 4-stroke?

i was hoping you would appear, you usually know of something.

I’d prefer to stick to the Suzuki or Yamaha, purely for the fact that I know my way around them, there’s also a Suzuki dealer in Oban and Yamaha in Inverness, I’ve got a decent relationship with both so would like to go that direction. These engines are getting extremely complex these days and having a dealer local will be handy.

I’m not overly fussed about maxing out on the hp’s but if I can’t find what I’m looking for then I may need to reconsider.

The Mariner you speak about… is that the one on FAFB?

[spartacus]

Originally Posted by A1an

The Mariner you speak about… is that the one on FAFB?

Indeed, like a quote from Mad Max, 'Two days ago, I saw a vehicle that would haul that tanker. You want to get out of here? You talk to me.'

It's EFI, no idea of price, but take your point about complexity. With these engines you're into a laptop and software to diagnose a lumpy idle. I'll keep my eyes open and anything else I'll drop you a line. Looking forward to the refurb.

[A1an]

Originally Posted by spartacus

Indeed, like a quote from Mad Max, 'Two days ago, I saw a vehicle that would haul that tanker. You want to get out of here? You talk to me.'

It's EFI, no idea of price, but take your point about complexity. With these engines you're into a laptop and software to diagnose a lumpy idle. I'll keep my eyes open and anything else I'll drop you a line. Looking forward to the refurb.

cheers fella.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by A1an

definitely just a long shaft.

It’ll have the fairly deep cut out on the transom then. Mine was the same & could get a bit sloppy over the stern when at rest with the sea on the back. I got into the habit of spinning the boat 180deg when coming to rest in a following sea. Make sure you have a good reliable bilge pump(s). Depending on how much of a project it is, it might be worth giving a thought to raising the transom.

[A1an]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

It’ll have the fairly deep cut out on the transom then. Mine was the same & could get a bit sloppy over the stern when at rest with the sea on the back. I got into the habit of spinning the boat 180deg when coming to rest in a following sea. Make sure you have a good reliable bilge pump(s). Depending on how much of a project it is, it might be worth giving a thought to raising the transom.

Great minds think alike.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by A1an

Great minds think alike.

[emoji106]

[jambo]

Hi Alan this any use.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Ribs...45129092314436
Cheers
B

[A1an]

Cheers Billy, I’ve now decided to go down the XL route so that would work perfect, just waiting to hear back on a DF140.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by A1an

Cheers Billy, I’ve now decided to go down the XL route so that would work perfect, just waiting to hear back on a DF140.

A Merc 150 would be my choice. Just sayin’[emoji6]

[A1an]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

A Merc 150 would be my choice. Just sayin’[emoji6]

You keep costing me money!

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by A1an

You keep costing me money!

I see it as a challenge [emoji23]