[Bygracealone]

Guys, I haven't looked closely yet as I haven't had the time, but will the engine swap between the Hydra (1991 225 Evinrude) and the V (1996 Johnson Ocean Pro) be as simple as I expect it to be? I believe they both use the big red plug. Do I have to swap controls as well? I hope not...

Also, should I try to continue to use the system check gauge that's currently hooked up to the Ocean Pro? It would be nice to have the alarm in case the engine overheats... By the way, right now the alarm goes off upon startup for a few seconds, then turns off, but the oil light comes on... I've been running premix the whole time, so I'm not worried about the light, but I'd like to disconnect the VRO altogether. Do you have to disconnect one of the wires going to the gauge as well so that the alarm doesn't go off for the missing connection to the oil resevoir?

I saw the thread Skools posted on how to disconnect the VRO, but is it really as easy as that on the later models too? The Evinrude also has the VRO still hooked up and running. I want to disconnect it on both of them. A local outboard mechanic is telling me to be really careful and he's recommending that I keep the VRO going... I'd rather not.

One more thing... I have premixed fuel in the V, straight gas in the Hydra. I don't know for certain how many gallons of fuel I have in the Hydra. Previous owner said he thought there was about 50 gallons... What should I do in order to make sure I get the 50:1 ratio??? Do I have to empty the tank and refill?