tornado 4.8 what new engine?

blueboy758 · 18 June 2009, 22:32

hi, as title say's looking for a new engine, at the moment there is a 1994 yamaha 55 on it, bought full package new in 94.

think four strokes might be a bit heavy for full set up as i like to keep it light for launching on the beach!

what do people think about the Evinrude E-tec 65 ?? or any other suggestions ??

thanks phil.

Downhilldai · 18 June 2009, 23:13

I assume you mean the 75 e-tec? Great motor

If you're looking for something around 50hp, then the 4-strokes aren't too heavy.

blueboy758 · 19 June 2009, 07:47

yeah sorry thats the one. even the power to weight ratio?

two stroke mick · 19 June 2009, 09:26

I have a Etec 60 hp on my Vailiant DR 490. It is plenty powerful for this boat. I would have thought it a simailar type hull to the Tornado. So I think that a 60 Etec would suit your needs. NB the 40, 50 & 60 hp ETEC are all the same weight circa 112 kgs

TSM

JSP · 19 June 2009, 09:32

Blueboy, is that your Yam on ebay? LINK

Looks a very tidy motor!

blueboy758 · 19 June 2009, 13:09

yeah... well family's. It's in mint condition, just want something more modern.

Jizm · 19 June 2009, 13:25

I run a 1998 yamaha 50hp 2 stroke on mine, that's fine.
Looked the etec and the Tohatsu aswell if you want to save a bit of cash. The standard tohatsu 60hp came in at a shade over £3k if you can still find one. Or the TLDI nut that weighs and costs more and is a 50 or 70hp.

spartacus · 19 June 2009, 20:33

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yeah... well family's. It's in mint condition, just want something more modern.

Very nice engine.

Robbie Diesel · 21 June 2009, 17:02

Phil, If you really want a 4 stroke but are worried about the weight, then i would look at Honda, they have just launched their brand new Bf60 which is only 110kgs, which makes it basically the same weight as a 60hp e-tec.
Worth a look

Regards

Robbie

Leapy · 21 June 2009, 18:45

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Originally Posted by Robbie Diesel

Phil, If you really want a 4 stroke but are worried about the weight, then i would look at Honda, they have just launched their brand new Bf60 which is only 110kgs, which makes it basically the same weight as a 60hp e-tec.
Worth a look

Regards

Robbie

And the new Suzuki DF60 at 104-108kgs depending on shaft length

blueboy758 · 22 June 2009, 07:32

brilliant, thanks guy"s will have to get the pencil sharpened and start looking.

Jizm · 22 June 2009, 18:56

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Originally Posted by Robbie Diesel

Phil, If you really want a 4 stroke but are worried about the weight, then i would look at Honda, they have just launched their brand new Bf60 which is only 110kgs, which makes it basically the same weight as a 60hp e-tec.
Worth a look

Regards

Robbie

WOW

, got my attention, 6yr warranty on Honda's now I think?

Jizm · 22 June 2009, 19:15

Yep 6 yr domestic warranty, What do we reckon, around the £5K mark? the BF50 is £4500.