Johnson 9.9 4 stroke or Evirude 8hp 2 stroke

[Shudy]

Hey folks,


I have a possible trade deal working. I currently have a 86 evirude 2 stroke 8hp motor for my Gheenoe highsider. I am looking to trade for a 9.9 2003 Johnson 4 stroke. Should I just keep my 8hp or move up to the 9.9 4 stroke? Whats everyones opinion? I dont need speed unless I am on a lake or big river. I use this gheeno to trout fish on TN tailwaters. whats the weight difference between the motors? What does the Johsnon weigh?

Thanks,

Shudy

 

[CATransplant]

Re: Johnson 9.9 4 stroke or Evirude 8hp 2 stroke

At 95 lb., the 9.9 weighs about 30 lb. more than your older 8hp. I'd think that on a Gheenoe would be significant. You know your boat much better than I do, though.

 

[Shudy]

Re: Johnson 9.9 4 stroke or Evirude 8hp 2 stroke

30 pds is a significant amount of weight on the back of the Gheenoe. I was hoping that it would only be about a 15-20 pds difference. I think the yamaha, nissan, and merc 4 strokes are lighter but this deal I may have going is not making me spend anymore money. I may just keep my 8hp and be done with it. Thanks for your advice.



shudy

 

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Re: Johnson 9.9 4 stroke or Evirude 8hp 2 stroke

Yeah, and to gain just 2 hp, I don't think it makes a lot of sense. I imagine that the 8hp you have on there pushes your boat pretty well, since it's 80% of the max hp for it.

I don't know how you transport your Gheenoe, but if involved taking off and putting on the outboard, a 95 lb outboard is a heckuva lot harder to deal with than the 58-60 lb of your 8hp.

Personally, I think it would be a wash between the two outboards as far as performance is concerned. Maybe a couple of mph.

 

[Shudy]

Re: Johnson 9.9 4 stroke or Evirude 8hp 2 stroke

Yeah I understand what you're saying. I had a 9.9 on the boat prior to getting the 8hp. I can tell the difference speed wise between the two. My concern is do I need an extra 2hp for the weight I am carrying? I dont have to take the motor off and on but maybe just every once in a while so that part isnt a concern for me. My uncle weights 250 and sits in the front and I weigh 210. So is 2 more hp going to help that much? I may just go with a jack plate and doel fin to help with lift on the boat and get the motor running just right. Thanks for your advice!


Shudy