Hey all,
I purchased a new Tohatsu 6hp long-shaft outboard a year ago (Model MFS6CL, 20" shaft). I only just now realized that Tohatsu sells a sail specific version of this outboard, aka the Sail Pro model.
Whoops.
Besides the alternator, which I don't think I need, is the propellor the only other difference between the sail and non-sail models? Does the high-thrust propellor make a big difference? Even with a clean bottom and as little weight onboard as possible, I find that my boat struggles to get upriver against a 2-3 knot current, and I'm wondering if swapping out the propellor will make a difference. I also see that the Sail Pro model has a 25" shaft option, too.
I purchased a new Tohatsu 6hp long-shaft outboard a year ago (Model MFS6CL, 20" shaft). I only just now realized that Tohatsu sells a sail specific version of this outboard, aka the Sail Pro model.
Whoops.
Besides the alternator, which I don't think I need, is the propellor the only other difference between the sail and non-sail models? Does the high-thrust propellor make a big difference? Even with a clean bottom and as little weight onboard as possible, I find that my boat struggles to get upriver against a 2-3 knot current, and I'm wondering if swapping out the propellor will make a difference. I also see that the Sail Pro model has a 25" shaft option, too.