Ordered a new motor today..

[cyberflexx]

I went ahead and ordered a new motor since my 1975 Johnson wont shift and I am getting mad at it.

Here is what I got..

Tohatsu 9.8HP 15inch, Tiller, Electric Start Model # MFS9.8A3EFS
Set me back $1899.00 no tax and free shipping

* is this a good deal? Cheapest I could find with free shipping...

At 81.5 lbs, the Tohatsu 9.8hp is unmatched in its class! Tohatsu designed the 9.8hp to be compact and lightweight, delivering true portable power that is both practical and affordable. An incredible list of included features makes the 9.8hp an exceptional value.

Specs...

* Lightest Outboard in Class @ 88.2 lbs
* Electric Start + 12V 80W 6A Alternator
* Full Thru-Cowl Manual Start Retained
* Advanced Digital CD Ignition System
* Low Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
* ESG Over Rev RPM Limiter
* High Grade Marine Alloy Construction
* Stainless Steel Water Pump Housing
* Zinc Coated Water Passages
* Sacrificial Zinc Anodes + Trim Tab
* Forward Mounted
Gear Shift Selector
* Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
* Adjustable Steering Friction Setting
* Advanced Fast-Idle Choke Feature
* Start-In-Gear Protection
* Thermostatically Controlled Cooling
* Advanced Cross Flow Induction System
* Shallow Water Drive; 6 Trim Positions
* Quiet Through-The-Propeller Exhaust
* 3.1 Gallon Fuel Tank / Fuel Line
* Safety Lanyard Cut-Off Switch
* Operating Manual & Emergency Tool Kit
* Tohatsu 3-Year Warranty

 

[cyberflexx]

Engine Type: 9.8hp, 4-Stroke, 2-Cylinder, SOHC
Displacement: 209 cc (12.8 cubic inches)
Bore and Stroke: 55 x 44 mm (2.17 x 1.73 inches)
Full Throttle RPM Range: 5,000-6,000 RPM
Ignition System: Digital CD Ignition
Induction Scavenging: SOHC
Valves per Cylinder: 2
Fuel Delivery: Single Venturi Carburetor w/ Advanced Choke
Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane)
Oil Type: SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 (SF, SG, SH, SJ)
Oil Capacity: 27 fl. oz. (800 ml)
Lubrication: Wet Sump
Starting System: Electric Start + Back-Up Thru-Cowl Manual Start
Alternator (INCLUDED): 12V 80W 6A (standard on elec. start models)
Cooling System: Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled
C.A.R.B. Rating: Ultra-Low Emission (3-STAR)
Saltwater Rated: YES
Trim Positions: 6
Gear Ratio: 2.08:1
Gear Shift: Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter)
Propeller: 8.5" Dia. X 9.0" Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum
Fuel Tank (INCLUDED): 3.1 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line
Transom Height: 15" Short Shaft (shaft size help)
Weight: 88.2 lbs (40 kg)

 

[Jim]

Good luck with it! :beer:

 

[Bubba]

A buddy of mine has one of these motors on his 16ft riverhawk he uses in the river. He said he really likes his, and has had no problems that I know of. They seem like a pretty good motor for the price. Good Luck!

 

[cyberflexx]

I hope it doesnt give me any problems. My friend has an older Nissan 9.9 ( converted to 15) and it still runs like a top

 

[Brine]

It's a short shaft right? It's weird they say it's the lightest in it's class.

My 87' 15hp Gamefisher weighs 60#.

What's the difference these days? I figured they would get lighter.

 

[Loggerhead Mike]

enough with your bragging! [-X

im jelious. electric start. mmmm thats gotta be nice

 

[cyberflexx]

enough with your bragging! [-X

im jelious. electric start. mmmm thats gotta be nice

LOL!!!.. Oh.. I gotta pay the wife back. I guess its time to ebay stuff.. :lol:

 

[Zum]

It's a short shaft right? It's weird they say it's the lightest in it's class.

My 87' 15hp Gamefisher weighs 60#.

What's the difference these days? I figured they would get lighter.

Is your gamefisher a 4 stroke?
15hp=60lbs that is light.

 

[Brine]

Is your gamefisher a 4 stroke?
15hp=60lbs that is light.

Well, I weighed it last week and no it's a 2 stroke.

I don't know much about outboards tho.

Does 2 more strokes and 5.2 less hp = 28.2#? :lol:

 

[Brine]

Interesting read (for the novice like me) on the new 2 strokes vs 4 strokes althought the article is from 2007.

https://www.marineenginedigest.com/specialreports/2versus4stroke.htm

Apparently, with todays manufacturing the weight difference is only 10 to 20% more with a 4 stroke.

 

[ben2go]

The issue lies with Gamefisher.They are lighter because they are more simple and cheaply made.The Tohotsu is more robust 4 stroke with better materials.I like Gamefisher but they are what they are.

 

[cyberflexx]

I got my motor, I LOVE IT!!!! It fired up after 1 push of the electric start and also fired up after a half pull on the start rope!.. So far I am glad I bought it..

 

[Loggerhead Mike]

glad to hear you like it

new stuff is nice :mrgreen:

 

[taxidermist]

The weight diff, is due to 4 strokes being a lot heavier.

I was up at Cabelas in Kansas City a coouple years ago and the saleman pulled covers off all the 9.8 9.9 motors and they were all the same motor!! They had four brands.

I endup with a Merc 15. its easy on gas!!!1