We have this discussion often around the marina. New high tech vs old carb 2 stroke. Is the fuel savings/reliability worth the extra cost of up keep and cost of parts and the need for special tools or software/computers.
Around here in the northeast it might not worth the extra cost for the recreational boater. Our season is so short and many people (working full time) only use the boat once a week.
It can be argued from either side.
Would people agree that the smaller the boat the more you use it?
We have a 15' RIB that we use at least 4 times a week in season.
Glad it's got an old 2 stroke. However I replaced the trim motor on it last spring and it wasn't cheap (aftermarket not Yamaha). Yamaha part was 3x the price if I remember correctly. Hopefully you get what you pay for doesn't bite me in the a$$.
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Regards Barry
1987 V20 (sold) :(
1996 23' Wellcraft
1991 V20 ;)
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