Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

[Lundman]

Okay,I am talking about motors made from 1988 to about 1991. If you compare Yamaha with Evinrude and Johnson(even if I am an OMC guy
when it comes to motors,I would accept Yamaha as a second choice),
which would you prefer?

 

[JB]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

Yammys are good engines, but JohnnyRudes are like family around The Hideout.

 

[CATransplant]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

What engine size are you comparing? The smaller Johnnyrudes are everywhere, and parts are pretty much instantly available for them. I don't know about the Yamahas in the same power ranges.

 

[haskindm]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

In my experience, the early Yamaha engines were not as suitable for saltwater use. My in-laws had two Yamahas in the '80's and they both had very rusty fasteners after a short time being used in saltwater. The newer Yamahas do not seem to have this problem.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

that period, Yammy were still the new kid on the block, OMC's were proven motors.

 

[Lundman]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

What engine size are you comparing? The smaller Johnnyrudes are everywhere, and parts are pretty much instantly available for them. I don't know about the Yamahas in the same power ranges.

I am comparing motors in the 25 to 50 HP range,...two stroke,tiller steer
models. Judging from your question,I am thinking I should stick with good
ole 'JohnnyRude since you have stated you don't know much about the
Yamaha motors in that HP range.

 

[Lundman]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

The boat and motor will be used in fresh water lakes. So I am not
worried about saltwater corrosion.

 

[Lundman]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

Yammys are good engines, but JohnnyRudes are like family around The Hideout.

Well said,my friend! I should stick with JohnnyRudes and forget about Yamaha
then. Now it is just a matter of trying to find a Lund or Sea Nymph boat(14 to
16 ft.)with anyone of the two motors on it's transom. Boatwise,I want to
stick with Lund,...but as I have said before,...and I will keep on saying it,...Sea Nymph would be a very acceptable second choice. Crestliner might
be a third choice.

 

[CATransplant]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

Don't turn your nose up at a Starcraft, either. They're good boats, solid, and very seaworthy.

In fact, have a look at this one in your area:

http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/boa/795331839.html

 

[Lundman]

Re: Older Yamaha motors vs Older OMC motors

Don't turn your nose up at a Starcraft, either. They're good boats, solid, and very seaworthy.

In fact, have a look at this one in your area:

http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/boa/795331839.html

Though I have not mentioned Starcraft initially,...I have thought about giving them some consideration,...but that does not guarantee I will buy one. I am
not as familiar with them as I am Lund and Sea Nymph,though.