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    06-07-2012 03:44 PM #1
    Starting to look at replacement engines for my 1958 Mohawk 14 runabout.


    ^The white one.

    The challenge comes in with weight. She can't take much (if any) more weight at the stern. The current engine is a 1975 Johnson 50, coming in at about 180 pounds from what I've found online (but question). I'd LIKE to get a 60-70hp engine. Clearly with the weight restriction, it needs to be a 2-stoke. But even the 2010 Yamaha 70 2-stoke comes in at close to 230 pounds. And the 50 comes in at 189.

    So..the needs:
    - Under 225 pounds
    - 50-75 hp, 60-70 is ideal
    - Remote (non-tiller) controls
    - Electric start
    - Reliable, easy to start (so wife an take it out without being nervous about being stranded)

    Wants:
    - Under 200 pounds
    - Power tilt & trim
    - Easy parts availability


    I'm in the research phase, no need to buy today.
    Last edited by StormChaser; 06-21-2012 at 12:51 PM.
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