Wanted 90hp Two stroke

Into The Blue · 18 October 2007, 10:22

Been persevering with a 70HP VRO all summer and the Rib needs a little more power.
All advise on where I can get a good deal on a second hand Tohatsu or Etec appreciated but I really want to get a more modern 90 for next year.

And none of that 4 stroke nonsense

Nasher · 18 October 2007, 12:32

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And none of that 4 stroke nonsense [/QUOTE]

Que long discussion on merits of 2-Stroke against 4-Stroke..

2-Strokes rule

Nasher

Ian Sharlot · 18 October 2007, 15:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Into The Blue

Been persevering with a 70HP VRO all summer and the Rib needs a little more power.
All advise on where I can get a good deal on a second hand Tohatsu or Etec appreciated but I really want to get a more modern 90 for next year.

And none of that 4 stroke nonsense

What is your budget? Mobile marine have new 90 hp opti's @ £4300 with 5 year warranty which is a good buy. I would go new if you could

Pablo · 18 October 2007, 16:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Into The Blue

Been persevering with a 70HP VRO all summer and the Rib needs a little more power.
All advise on where I can get a good deal on a second hand Tohatsu or Etec appreciated but I really want to get a more modern 90 for next year.

And none of that 4 stroke nonsense

I might be interested in your old engine if you want to sell it

Blackbird · 18 October 2007, 19:08

Had a look at the Opti's at SBS but the weight put me off.
The Searider has enough weight at the back already and I think the Opti came in 30-40 kgs more than the Etec and Tohatsu. Unless someone knows otherwise.
The price sounds really good so I'll have alook anyway.

As for selling the VRO - only too happy to once I've found a replacement - I'll let you know how I get on

Thanks for the info so far

Nasher · 18 October 2007, 20:58

Well I'm confused.

Steve.
You're logged in at work and at home under two different names.

Nasher.

Blackbird · 18 October 2007, 22:43

Not as confused as I am.
Think I need to do a bit of PC admin.

Anyhow, the Opti looks great. I'm really tempted, just need a few more details from the dealer.

Nasher · 18 October 2007, 22:55

Optis are great.

Where's Mr Wave when you need him?

Nasher.

Into The Blue · 18 October 2007, 23:00

Got this ID thing sorted, now I can talk to myself

Ian Sharlot · 19 October 2007, 08:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackbird

Not as confused as I am.
Think I need to do a bit of PC admin.

Anyhow, the Opti looks great. I'm really tempted, just need a few more details from the dealer.

opti's are great engines

, We fit them to 80% of our boats are have no problems. I also run one on my own boat.

Rogue Wave · 24 October 2007, 23:29

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Originally Posted by Nasher

Optis are great.

Where's Mr Wave when you need him?

Nasher.

Hi Buddy

I'd be busy buying an Etec if I was after a 90!

150's however that's different.

Into The Blue · 25 October 2007, 15:44

Ah, Mr Wave, so nice to see you here.
Etec is my first choice but money - well that's another matter.
The Optis are going for £4,300 whereas the best I can get on an Etec is £5,700. Thats a bit of a price difference.
Mr Nasher and others seem to think I'm going to find it tough to get an Etec for anything like the Opti's price - unless you or someone else knows better.

What's the key differences in your opinion ?

ITB

Lostboy · 25 October 2007, 17:08

Speak to that nice Andy bloke at Bembridge Motor Services who has THIS little baby tucked away in his workshop.

Into The Blue · 25 October 2007, 19:51

Now that's what I'm talking about - thanks Lostboy, I'll make contact tomorrow

Rogue Wave · 27 October 2007, 22:30

I only know three people runnng 3 pot Opti's and they have all been troublesome so I guess the key difference is reliability in my opinion.

I however don't think you can beat a two stroke Yammie providing on that setup

Into The Blue · 29 October 2007, 14:08

Mr Wave,
Any views on this Yamaha - I've seen one on Boats & outboards http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F162891
Are they ok from 1999?
thanks

ITB

Pete7 · 29 October 2007, 14:35

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Originally Posted by Into The Blue

Mr Wave, Any views on this Yamaha - I've seen one on Boats & outboards http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F162891
Are they ok from 1999? thanks ITB

Superb engines, the last one I had was an 86 version and still ran like a sewing machine. Would be my choice if its still available.

Pete

Jizm · 30 October 2007, 18:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Into The Blue

Mr Wave,
Any views on this Yamaha - I've seen one on Boats & outboards http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F162891
Are they ok from 1999?
thanks

ITB

that's an excellent motor, one of my all time favourites!