Re: new outboard
Howdy, RMyer.<br />I think the best engine available in that power range is the Suzuki/Evinrude/Johnson DF70 EFI 4 stroke. This is an engine that will capture your heart. Very strong for a 70, very quiet, economical and reliable. I have one on my Boston Whaler Montauk 17 and have several friends with the same setup. Every one of us loves it.<br /><br />The Suzuki DF90 is also a great engine but at over 400lb it weighs almost 80lb more than the 70.<br /><br />For a 2 stroke, I would go with the carbureted Johnson 90(best value) or the Evinrude DFI 90 (best 2 stroke engine).<br /><br />The Yamaha 90 is a great little engine, but at only 70 cu. in. is low on torque compared to the Bombardier engines.<br /><br />Good luck.
