cBooms@SML said:
I have a 2008 Pelican Bass Raider 10E and it is rated for a outboard capacity of 3.5hp. I have heard of guys who use a 7hp motor and nothing else without any problems. Will putting a 4ph motor on my boat be too bad for it? its 3 lbs heavier than a 3 i think and it is a high hp rating. Thanks for the help guys!
Get a Evinrude/Johnson 3hp made from 1952 to 1967. They are simple, run great and easy to work on yourself. You can find one Craigslist, Ebay, or Local marine mechanic shop. Cost of anywhere from $100 to 400 depending of shape of motor. Best little engine ever made. Weight 33lb and has own gas tank.
If you get one from 1952 to 1959 (fuel mix 16:1)
If you get one from 1960 to 1963 (fuel mix 24:1)
If you get one from 1964 to 1967 (fuel mix 50:1),
but a lot of experts state that it is better to still run them on 24:1 (People will argue that with the improvement in 2cycle oil that you can run engines leaner.......well there are bunch experts (AOMCI) that have collected engines that were prematurely worn out due to running some of these engines at 50:1. The extra oil will not harm the engine and provide good protection.
Use synthetic 2 cycle oil.... little smoking and is more biodegradable.
Oh....here is your link, its a good little read!
https://outboard-boat-motor-repair.com/Evinrude%203%20HP%20Lightwin%20Outboard%20Boat%20Motor/default.htm
Good luck with your decision!
Here are couple of You Tube video just for fun!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWz1qPDu_IM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlqEuEuTV3g