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Posted by donp on 03/04/13 - 9:15 AM

I want to replace my auxiliary Mercury 2 stroke 8hp. Where can I find information comparing the various models?
Things I’m hoping to see is who makes the various models, weight comparison, engine size, and shifting methods.

Thanks, Don.

Edited by Tom W Clark on 03/05/13 - 7:59 AM

Posted by Joe Kriz on 03/04/13 - 12:49 PM

Don,

On the left sidebar under the "Articles" link you will find "Current Engine Choices".
http://www.whalercentral.com/infusion...ticles.php

Scroll to the bottom of that article and you will find "Kicker Engine Choices".

Posted by Whalerbob on 03/04/13 - 3:58 PM

I put a Yamaha F6 long shaft on my 1989 Montauk, I think it weighs 85 lbs, f8 weighs the same but no need and not sure the transom would handle it. The with the long shaft you can mount directly on the transom and no oil mixing.

I'm pleased with the F6 but when I replace it I'd consider a 2 or 4 hp 4 stroke to save a few lbs if I could get it in a long shaft.

Posted by Joe Kriz on 03/04/13 - 4:11 PM

According to our link above, and the respective websites,
the F6 weighs 62 pounds.
the F8 weighs 85 pounds.

Posted by Whalerbob on 03/04/13 - 4:16 PM

Mine is a 2001 long shaft, pretty sure it's 85 lbs but if the newer ones are lighter then all the better. I know the 2 strokes are a lot lighter but mixing oil was a deal breaker for me.

Posted by Joe Kriz on 03/04/13 - 4:21 PM

I don't mix my oil on my 1988 2 stroke 8hp Evinrude.
I have an oiler just like my main 150hp motor has.
http://www.whalercentral.com/articles...icle_id=48

Look in your manual and it will give you the weight of your F6

Edited by Joe Kriz on 03/04/13 - 4:21 PM

Posted by donp on 03/05/13 - 5:41 AM

Thanks Joe, that’s what I was looking for…

Can anyone speak for the smaller Evinrude motors?

Thanks, Don.