Thank you - I’ll narrow my search there like you said. The current engine is a short shaft as the transom well is cut low. I’m assuming a heavier engine on a jack plate would be worse as it would create a larger moment due to the height. Appreciate the help.
They do not allow 2 strokes that don't meet 2006 emission guidelines on the lakes in the Tahoe region - so it severely limits where I can take it. I had a 1984 Evinrude 150hp on my 22' center console that I sold to my brother when I moved - that engine ran beautiful - just winterized it and...
Hi - I recently purchased a fully restored 1978 21' Starcraft Mariner. The existing engine on it is a 1979 Johnson 140hp. I want to re-power to a 2 stroke direct fuel/oil injection or a 4 stroke so I will be able to take the boat in the lakes in the tahoe region. The boat is rated at a 150hp...
