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My dealer said the command thrust would be used in a heavier boat & didn't recommend it for a 17' Montauk, not that it couldn't be used, its just not needed & I wouldnt see no added benefit in that gearcase. the command thrust adds about another 3-400 bucks in case your wondering. As for my previous motor I had an old 92' Yamaha 90 2 stroke which still ran good. But I figured it was on borrowed time & while it still had decent value to it I sold it & used that money toward a new one. As for the 115hp, yes I did consider it, but for the extra few mph's & another $8-900 bucks, I just didn't think it was feasible.