Any of you have a take on performance differences between small 2 and 4 cycle outboards? How would a 6hp four stroke compare with an 8 hp two stroke engine?<br /> I can't seem to get straight answers from the few dealers I've talked to. I'm looking to upgrade my old 8hp two stroke with a...
Hi: Advice please? I'd like to upgrade from my 1990 Evinrude 8hp long shaft to a 4-cycle engine. Boat is 7000lb/displacement hull sailboat (won't plane; hull speed = 6kts). Motor lower unit is in well;powerhead above deck. My choices based on weight and fit into the well are:<br />Honda 5hp...
