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the 1997 Evenrude 175 ocean pro on my 1997 outrage' 20 has failed and will run @ $3 grand to repair. given it's age and heavy use to date I have decided to re-power, and am looking for recommendations. The boat has a 200 hp rated capacity, Have been pleased with the 175 but have felt it is likely not been delivering 175 HP for a while. a Evenrude dealer recommended the E 150 Etec. this is not the newer G2 iteration of the etec motor. price is @ 13K for the engine and installation,
how much overall performance will I lose by not going to 175 or even 200 HP.

recommendations are appreciated.