which outboard to use

[Tessa Catton]

Just bought an ODay 27. Want to replace the older Mercury 15 2 stroke. Will the newer Honda 8 4 stroke be enough to power it or should I go to a bigger size. It's only going out of the club entrance against a 4 knot current and then it's smooth sailing into Lake Huron.

 

[Trevor]

Should be a good motor

Hi Tessa -That 8 horse should be about perfect for your boat. You'll love going to a 4 stroke too! Any bigger motor will just add unecessary weight.Have fun!Trevor

 

[Rod Johnson,]

Electric start and remote controls

Given the long reach required to operate an outboard on the old O'Day 27, I recommend getting a motor that can have a remote electric start and remote throttle and shift controls as well.

 

[Warren]

Four Stroke Outboard- Be Careful!!

When you go from a two-stroke to a four-stroke outboard, you go "weight to weight" NOT "horsepower to horsepower". Don't forget, you have a sailboat not a powerboat. I expect you will sail much more than powering. I would stick with an electric state two-stroke.