is it reliable?

[marioscib809]

yesterday i used for the first time a 1.2tanaka on a 9foot grp boat and it pushed it well for an half an hour then a break for fishing and another straight half an hour the motor runs good,can i use this motor for longer period ie 3hrs straight for spinner fishing ?i don t want to exceed the limits of this small but good engine. is there any advice?
thanks
mario from malta

 

[steelespike]

Re: is it reliable?

It should have no problem running all day if necessary.
The only caution would be extended low speed operation if it is air cooled.
But I imagine you would need 1/2 to 3/4 throttle to troll anyway with a 1.2.
As time goes by be sure the mice aren't building nests in the shroud.
I get them in my lawntractor engine occasionally over the winter.

 

[CATransplant]

Re: is it reliable?

Sure. You can use it as long as you want. That little engine is designed to run, and will last a pretty long time.

 

[CatfishingMo]

Re: is it reliable?

That is a very durable little engine. It should serve you well as long as it is maintained properly. I think you will be very satisfied with the service that little engine will give you. You will want to run a fuel additive through it every so often to keep the internals clean. I think everyone will agree that "Seafoam" is about the best thing going now and will work wonders on an outboard.