4stroke

[THEFERMANATOR]

To add onto what spare posted for comparison.
The old 2 stroke merc 60 degree 135-200hp engines weighed in from 370-390lbs. I believe the 3.0l 200-250hp mercs were around 450-470lbs.
For johnson/evinrude, the old 85-140 cross flow engines weighed around 300-310lbs, the 120-140 loopers were around 380lbs iirc, and the 200/225hp were 450-470lbs.
Not sure on yamahas, but I believe they were very close tothe others for the most part, and suzuki was right thete with them at 470lbs for there v-6's, and low 300's for thefe inline 4 cylinder's.

These weights are for the carbed and basic efi engines, not the dfi's.

[bradford]

Dry weight on a 150 through 200 small block ETEC with a 25 inch leg is 433 pounds.

Much better throttle response, time to plane, and general overall handling. Ive only run yamahas though, cant comment on the others.

I would only use a bracket if she was a full transom model to begin with due to close quarter handling, less weight, and less rigging.

I agree that the relationship with your dealer is key.

[spareparts]

Originally Posted by bradford

Dry weight on a 150 through 200 small block ETEC with a 25 inch leg is 433 pounds.

Much better throttle response, time to plane, and general overall handling. Ive only run yamahas though, cant comment on the others.

I would only use a bracket if she was a full transom model to begin with due to close quarter handling, less weight, and less rigging.

I agree that the relationship with your dealer is key.

the weight I posted was for the g2, you are correct on the standard small block.

[Kracker Jack]

I have a 140hp suzuki on mine. I get unbelivable fuel burn and she will flat out fly! I fish and average of 3 guys per trip with coolers,ice and gear. More than enough motor for me. If i went back with a motor right now it would be a 150hp suzuki. All the speed my v20 needs and gets great fuel economy.

[000's]

Thanks for the info
Thinking a 200 Yamaha 4 stroke would be a good choice

[SkunkBoat]

Originally Posted by Kracker Jack

I have a 140hp suzuki on mine. I get unbelivable fuel burn and she will flat out fly! I fish and average of 3 guys per trip with coolers,ice and gear. More than enough motor for me. If i went back with a motor right now it would be a 150hp suzuki. All the speed my v20 needs and gets great fuel economy.

I have same motor...exact same comments...

[000's]

The only negative I have heard about Suzuki is corrison because the the aluminum they use ????? Any info on that ??

[SkunkBoat]

do a tag search here on DF140 for info on a specific problem they had years ago.
It was not a problem with "the aluminum".
I can tell you that, while I did have the specific problem detailed in my other thread, my motor is now 13 years old and has 1100 hrs and has no problem with the aluminum. It is used hard, in salt. I would replace it with a DF150 in a heartbeat when the time comes.

Also, I believe Yamaha had a similar exhaust manifold corrosion problem in certain models... and Mercurys just plain suck....

Just kidding, listen, every brand has had its problems. I really like Yamaha and Suzuki 4 strokes and zukis cost a few $1000s less.

IMHO V20s match perfectly with 150 four strokes, unless you're on a big flat lake and can run at 50mph, then a 200 makes sense