I have a 1990 Hunter 23, and would like to upgrade my original Tohatsu 5hp outboard to a new 4-stroke outboard. Two questions: 1.) Are there any advantages to the 4-stroke (I only burn 2 gallons or so per season) and 2.) Can the original motor mount (which appears to be an L-shaped piece of fiberglass with 4 bolts holding it to the transom) take the extra weight. My original 2-stroke Tohatsu weighs in at about 44 pounds, the new 4-stroke lists at 57 pounds.
Thanks for any help!
Thanks for any help!