What year did Johnson begin to make their motors to accomodate ethanol fuel blends? I'm looking at a used motor that is set up for the blend. I thought ethanol in marine fuel was fairly new. 40 hp, good price, VRO, are these good motors?
I am restoring an old Boston Whaler (1972) with a 15" transom. The weight of the motor is a concern. The boat could hold a 40 hp when it was designed but Yamaha doesn't seem to make a 2 cycle 40 anymore. I'm thinking of buying a new short shaft 25 hp. They come with a tiller. My main...
