Hello list,
I could really use some advice from you Chrysler fans. I have a C22
that I sail on the Black Sea, in Romania. I am now looking for a
decent outboard motor for entering/leaving harbor, etc.
I am searching for a used, since new ones are over my budget at this
point. What size should I be looking at? Is 6-10 hp optimal for this
size boat? And what brand would you recommend? I know this is often
a personal choice, but I would be curious what kind of engines you
guys have? Maybe you had a particular good/bad experience with an
engine that you want to share. Is it true that older engines
(70's-80's) are sometimes a better deal than newer ones?
Thanks,
stefan
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Advice on buying used outboard
Advice on buying used outboard
Last edited by tintarel on Fri Feb 04, 2011 1:10 am, edited 1 time in total.
The Chrysler 22's original "optional" equipment included a Chrysler 6Hp Sail model outboard. It was a long shaft. A 5hp motor should work ok as well. I'd recomend a long shaft over a short shaft. I personally prefer an 8hp extra long shaft on my Chrysler 22 as there are some serious currents to contend with where I sail from time to time. Also the 8 doesn't have to work too hard.
"Yeah, God's given us this beautiful day. Let His Spirit fill your soul like the wind in the sails!" -Walkin' on the Docks