Is the optimax a fuel injected motor? I truly don't know. If they are carburated then go with the Johnson. I had 150 Ocean Runner on my 192. It developed a stalling issue after it warmed up. Had it in the shop a lot trying to solve it. Had all sorts of things replaced . I recall the OMC guy telling me the late 90s motors had this problem. Don't know if it is accurate or not statement.
1987 228 Seafarer - which motor would you choose?
- Thread starter thill
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Well, in the end, I am really glad I went with the Ficht motor. After getting past the initial fears, the motor is great. It is super-smooth and quiet, and virtually no smoke or smell, which my wife really appreciates! And the 200 jumps the boat right up on plane, no problem.
Besides, I have the kicker, just in case. The 9.9 High Thrust Yamaha works really well. Smooth, quiet, and it pushes the boat surprisingly fast.
Here is VIDEO of the 200 pushing the Grady up to 41 MPH:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnhHBTWXhDE
-TH
Besides, I have the kicker, just in case. The 9.9 High Thrust Yamaha works really well. Smooth, quiet, and it pushes the boat surprisingly fast.
Here is VIDEO of the 200 pushing the Grady up to 41 MPH:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnhHBTWXhDE
-TH
