Repowering 4m Avon

physdemon · 31 January 2013, 21:08

Hi, I'm looking for a 2006 onwards 30hp outboard. Must be electric start, remote, and power tilt and trim. Ideally short shaft to swap over like for like, but would consider long shaft. Current engine is an early 90's mariner 40hp. Powers boat along well. Only trouble is girlfriend can't get it started. I'm based in Newcastle u Tyne, but willing to travel for the right engine/price. Drop me a line if anyone has anything of interest.

Downhilldai · 01 February 2013, 00:40

Doubt you'll find a std shaft with PTT.

What model 4m Avon is it?

Nos4r2 · 01 February 2013, 02:03

Is your Mariner 40hp a twin cylinder? It'll be far easier to get a 40hp with PTT and electric start.

The 3 cylinder 40hp Yamahas are also a LOT easier to hand start if you really need to.

physdemon · 01 February 2013, 15:41

Hi, yes it's a two cylinder version. If I opt fit a long leg I may have to build the transom back up.