The orginal 9.9hp Chysler has finally hit the level of maint frustration and problems that it's got to go. Have been looking at the Nissan 9.8hp 4 stroke (81 lbs). Anyone have experience (good or bad) with this model? They make a 25" long shaft that I'm assuming will be long enough. Not sure how the rated 81lbs stacks up to the current motor, I expect somewhat heavier. Any comments or suggestions appreciated! Kevin & Margo Hermes '78 Cat 25' - Great Lakes, IL
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Gary Lavine
I recently bought a 1985 Catalina-25. It had a 9.9hp-2-stroke-Tohatsu...which to my understanding...is actually made by Nissan. It was 15 years old do I decided to replace it. I looked at the mercuries, Yamahas, and evinrudes but decided on the new 9.8hp-4-stroke Tohatsu. It is one of the lightest engines out there and had a very good review in 2 boating magazines. It is also less expensive than the others. I would expect the nissan to be similar since they are essentially the same engine. I installed it myself(easy to do) and I love it. It has an electric start, and is 20" long. I considered a 25" but this one is more than long enough. It is very quiet, produces very little smoke, and burns approx. 1gallon/hr. of gas. I would definitely recommend this brand.
I recently bought a 1985 Catalina-25. It had a 9.9hp-2-stroke-Tohatsu...which to my understanding...is actually made by Nissan. It was 15 years old do I decided to replace it. I looked at the mercuries, Yamahas, and evinrudes but decided on the new 9.8hp-4-stroke Tohatsu. It is one of the lightest engines out there and had a very good review in 2 boating magazines. It is also less expensive than the others. I would expect the nissan to be similar since they are essentially the same engine. I installed it myself(easy to do) and I love it. It has an electric start, and is 20" long. I considered a 25" but this one is more than long enough. It is very quiet, produces very little smoke, and burns approx. 1gallon/hr. of gas. I would definitely recommend this brand.
Gary Lavine . . .
I'm about to pull the trigger on a new one of those and am a little concerned wit: tilt clearance issues - is that a problem for you? Bracket selection is key as well. Does yours allow raising the motor all the way out of the water? Thanks for any information you can provide.
I'm about to pull the trigger on a new one of those and am a little concerned wit: tilt clearance issues - is that a problem for you? Bracket selection is key as well. Does yours allow raising the motor all the way out of the water? Thanks for any information you can provide.
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