I'm looking to buy a 5-6hp outboard motor for a Gheenoe I picked up for free. I'm leaning towards a 2000-2005 or so Merc 5hp, as my brother has the same engine, and it looks well built and parts are easy to get. It is made in Japan (does anyone know who made it for Merc?). I see Craigslist always has this model, and then only older Evinrude's from the 1960-1980's, and almost no Yamaha's.
My Question: What is the best motor brand and model in that class Mercury, Evinrude/Johnson, Yamaha, Suzuki, Mariner, Tohatsu, considering reliability, design, ease of repair, and parts availability?
My Question: What is the best motor brand and model in that class Mercury, Evinrude/Johnson, Yamaha, Suzuki, Mariner, Tohatsu, considering reliability, design, ease of repair, and parts availability?
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