Yamaha - Injection vs. Carb

[zeag04]

I'm about to buy a bay boat at the Houston bost show. I'd appreciate feedback on the Yamaha 200 HPDI fuel injected vs. the carburetor. I realize there's an efficiency difference, what about performance and problems? Any comments on the VMAX versus the standard HPDI 200?

 

[DJ]

Re: Yamaha - Injection vs. Carb

The injected unit will save you some operating money-fuel, in the long run. There are other benefits too: easier starting and warm up, smoother idling, less smoke.<br /><br />The downsides are basically complexity. Don't figure that you can diagnose and repair running problems with this unit yourself, unless you are set up to do so.<br /><br />I haven't heard of problems in general with any of the HPDI units. Nothing in particular stands out.<br /><br />I would closely check out the dealers credentials to service the more hi-tech. product.<br /><br />The resale values will probably be a wash dollar for dollar invested.<br /><br />I would go with the V-Max for a bass boat and the standard HPDI for anything else. The resale on a bass boat with the V-Max would be better than with the other two.

 

[AdamBomb]

Re: Yamaha - Injection vs. Carb

This past October, I repowered my 24' Sea Ray Laguna, Adam Bomb II, with a 2001 Yamaha OX66 250HP outboard. I replaced twin Mercury 135HP engines that were on the boat. I couldn't be happier with the Yamaha. I just pulled the boat and winterized it two days ago. Since October 30th, I have put 130 hours on it and the engine has been terrific. I would recommend Yamaha to anyone. <br /><br />As per your question, I would recommend going with the direct injected motor over the carburated engine. My engine features the OX66 fuel injection, not HPDI. There is a difference, and the engines are two different model lines. OX66 is a little older than the HPDI, and not quite as economical. However, it is slightly less expensive and features all the benefits of fuel injection: smooth idle, instant starts, low smoke, quiet, and fuel efficient. <br /><br />Go with an injected motor...you won't be sorry.<br /><br />Tight lines,<br />Adam

 

[zeag04]

Re: Yamaha - Injection vs. Carb

Thanks all - you confirmed my choice - injected.