150hp recommendations

Spot 48 · 30 October 2019, 00:02

Hi

Would welcome anyone's experience, good or bad on 150hp. Need to repower a deep V centre console boat. 150 is recommended power. Evinrude G2 is attractive for its grunt, minimal servicing and they look quite cool (not really a good reason I know). 4 stroke (there are good deals it seems on Mercury 150s) is possibly more reliable, fuel efficient. Main use will be fishing but a bit of general family boating on nice days.

Any recommendations as to good or not so good brands - or are they all good these days??

Apologies if this question has been asked loads of times. I've had great advice though from this forum in the past so coming back again!

Many thanks

Unknown · 30 October 2019, 09:48

I was reading an article recently about fuel economy on 2 vs 4 stroke. I can’t remember where I saw the article but it basically said that 4 stroke was more economical for low speed cruising but 2 stroke was more economical for higher revs and more speed. That might help you decide on your fuelling at least or may be of no help at all ��

Last Tango · 30 October 2019, 10:13

Mercury F150.....Love it.

Quite, bags of torque and to-date, faultless 220hrs in 18 months.

Jojosrib · 30 October 2019, 10:26

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Originally Posted by Spot 48

Hi

Would welcome anyone's experience, good or bad on 150hp. Need to repower a deep V centre console boat. 150 is recommended power. Evinrude G2 is attractive for its grunt, minimal servicing and they look quite cool (not really a good reason I know). 4 stroke (there are good deals it seems on Mercury 150s) is possibly more reliable, fuel efficient. Main use will be fishing but a bit of general family boating on nice days.

Any recommendations as to good or not so good brands - or are they all good these days??

Apologies if this question has been asked loads of times. I've had great advice though from this forum in the past so coming back again!

Many thanks

It’s been out for a few years now but it’s still technically one of the more advanced engines in this category. That’s the Honda bf150. 4 valves per cylinder with Vtec. They are based on the Honda Accord engine. 2.4 litres.

Fender · 30 October 2019, 10:56

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Originally Posted by Spot 48

Hi

Would welcome anyone's experience, good or bad on 150hp. Need to repower a deep V centre console boat. 150 is recommended power. Evinrude G2 is attractive for its grunt, minimal servicing and they look quite cool (not really a good reason I know). 4 stroke (there are good deals it seems on Mercury 150s) is possibly more reliable, fuel efficient. Main use will be fishing but a bit of general family boating on nice days.

Any recommendations as to good or not so good brands - or are they all good these days??

Apologies if this question has been asked loads of times. I've had great advice though from this forum in the past so coming back again!

Many thanks

Interesting read on the G2's
https://www.thehulltruth.com/boating...=#post13036316

Orwell boy · 30 October 2019, 10:59

no Knowledge of 150 for me but i have just nmea 2000 a honda 100 ,and was shocked to only have to spend £43 on a lead (genuine honda ) ,i think this is as i read honda needs no additional "gateways " , my old garmin pulled up loads of info fuel burn and engine data with no additional electronics , maybe worth consideration if you need new instrumentation .

Ferryman · 30 October 2019, 11:33

Personally, for a bit of general boating I'd go for a 4 stroke - quieter and smoother. I put a new 50hp evinrude on my SR4 and it was great fun but for a 150hp, I'd go for the Mercury.
Strictly imo, obviously just blind brand loyalty as they're all good now.
It's been said on here before but you need to find who your local main agent is and seriously look at that brand.

69cmw · 30 October 2019, 13:08

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Originally Posted by Ferryman

It's been said on here before but you need to find who your local main agent is and seriously look at that brand.

Very true [emoji106]

Maximus · 30 October 2019, 19:20

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Originally Posted by Last Tango

Mercury F150.....Love it.

Quite, bags of torque and to-date, faultless 220hrs in 18 months.

X2
I've heard and seen nothing but very good things about the Merc F150 .....and a Humber powered RIB I know and have driven certainly goes extremely well!

gpsguru · 30 October 2019, 19:34

Another vote for the merc 150 ....... Cracking engine.

The big capacity gives it loads of low down grunt

Mine is on a 585 with a rev4 prop. Very pleased with the performance and fuel economy. Also my boat is used for 99.9% fishing.

Spot 48 · 30 October 2019, 23:43

Thanks all, very helpful. Looks like Mercury gets the most votes.

Good point re local dealership. For me that's Evinrude, attractive deal on G2 150.

Will let you know how it goes.

Cheers

GuyC · 31 October 2019, 17:16

In the little fishing harbour that I am currently near, the majority of outboards seem to be Yamaha although they are generally smaller than 150.

Pikey Dave · 31 October 2019, 17:27

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In the little fishing harbour that I am currently near, the majority of outboards seem to be Yamaha although they are generally smaller than 150.

I bet there’s a Yamaha dealer nearby too.

GuyC · 31 October 2019, 18:40

Possibly - a quick Google suggests the nearest Yamaha dealer is Glasgow which is still a few hours drive and a ferry ride away.

beamishken · 31 October 2019, 18:54

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Originally Posted by GuyC

Possibly - a quick Google suggests the nearest Yamaha dealer is Glasgow which is still a few hours drive and a ferry ride away.

Not sure where you are but if your in Scotland you also have Dave Anderson marine in Dundee

(Davie) on the forum

Maybe a good idea to ask around the locals why they use predominantly yamaha engines in the area