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Reely? I thought you were pretty pleased with your engine. The thing is, everything is a bit of a trade-off. I love the power of my 200, but of course it's actually a little more power than I really need. And while I don't think it's way too heavy, it is heavier than a 150 and so it changes the handling of the boat a little. (I'm still thinking about trim tabs, only thinking for now.) At the dock the stern is just a little lower than I'd like it to be (scupper outlets are right at the water). But, I am very pleased with the performance and the economy of this engine -- for a 200 she's a sipper.

What we need is a E-tec and/or a Yammi HPDI 175 hp engine -- that would be perfect! :D

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I AM pleased w/the Honda ... at the time, for reasons of dealer knowledge, fuel efficiency, weight to HP ratio, Honda reputation (despite the US Navy ;D) it was a good decision ... E-Tecs were on the horizon, but didn't wanna wait for who-knew how long ... I'm happy w/it, but if she blows after the warranty dies, there'll be a 200-E on it chop-chop ;) ...

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Saw a 200 Yamaqha 4 stroke on a 21 footer today The guy stared that at tyhe ramp never heard it running!! wow was it sweet!

Still get a e tec first! ;)

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I've heard that yamaha has about three times as many dealers as Honda does, which makes it getting serviced easier. Also whenever you go to a country south of the border or in the caribbean every outboard seem to be a yamaha. I figure this is a testament to yamaha, if you live in a somewhat remote region you want something that is reliable or at least is easy to get parts and service for. Plus ya never know when you might need to leave the country!! LOL ;D ;D

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I looked at the 200 hp E-tec today -- nice looking unit.

I saw the video -- the Yamaha 4 stroke lacks initial torque -- I don't want that.



now between the Evinrude E-tec and the Yamaha HPDI.

Anyone know if the V20 needs a 20" or 25" shaft ?

:-/

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Measure it or you can cheat and get a jack plate.
Also,post some pictures ;D

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Depends, sorry but it is true. Some boats with a standard notched transom need a 25 " shaft but some others have an additional cut in he transom, a small V and from what I am understanding they need a 20" shaft.

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Yep, I got a 20".

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That video is a waste of time -- it's comparing apples and oranges. Besides, I know of at least one 4-stroker here who pulls skiers, so I'm sure there's enough torque, not as much as a 2-stroke but still enough.