swapping force to a e-tec

[kfouryou]

Hi a newbe here I'm currently running an 87 force 125hp and I am interested in a e tec .Can I switch over?, what would i need ,and do I have to go with a 125 horse or can I go lower(i would like to if I could ).Also how long has the e tec been around?

 

[wilde1j]

Re: swapping force to a e-tec

BRP, the maker of E-Tecs has been around and been making power products for many years. E-Tecs were first introduced ~2003 in the big block V6's, then the 3 cylinder motors and then the small block V6's (150-175-200).

This has been a very successful motor line (I have owned two 175's since 2007) and most have been trouble free. If you get one, use XD100 oil only.

"Switchover" involves all new engine controls, an oil tank, etc. Any BRP dealer can fill in the details for you. None of your Force stuff would be reused, except maybe the tach.

 

[kfouryou]

Re: swapping force to a e-tec

Yea I don't have a great knowledge on them but what I've seen and read I'm pretty impressed so far.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: swapping force to a e-tec

Good motors from what I have heard. Great idea to dump the Force.

 

[wilde1j]

Re: swapping force to a e-tec

Mine have been spectacularly good. Zero issues, great getting on plane, no smoke, great on gas, etc., etc.

 

[ccckirch]

Re: swapping force to a e-tec

Gonna guess that replacing an 87 Force 125 with either an ETEC 90 or 115 would be a significant upgrade. Good Luck!