20 hp nissan vibration?

pedixon

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Hi all. I am thinking of buying a 20hp nissan (new) but have read some reviews on Cabelas where some people say there is a lot of vibration in the motor. Anyone have info on this. I would be doing lots of trolling with this.

Thanks Phil
 

TOHATSU GURU

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Re: 20 hp nissan vibration?

That engine doesn't vibrate anymore than any other 20...In fact. it vibrates less than than the Yamaha and no one is complaining about those.
 

pedixon

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Re: 20 hp nissan vibration?

Thanks for reply. Do you think this 20hp would troll as good as my 15hp Evinrude 2 stroke, it trolls really slow.

Thanks Phil
 

pvanv

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Re: 20 hp nissan vibration?

You will probably find that it trolls down much smoother and quieter (and less smoky) than the old 9.9/15 2-stroke 'rude.

If the motor is for trolling-only, consider getting a high thrust prop. That will let the motor troll at a somewhat higher RPM, (with excellent control) which the 4-strokes prefer -- reduces occurrence of oil dilution. But... of course, that's not the best prop if you want high speeds as well.
 

po1

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Re: 20 hp nissan vibration?

I run a 18hp 4 stroke nissan on a 16' lowe jon and I haven't noticed any vibrations from trolling to wot. So a 20 hp shouldn't have any difference.
 
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