I have a 1994 Seafarer 228. My 1994 Yamaha 200 HP (900 hours) just blew its gear case assembly this weekend, mechanic says it will cost around $3,000 to replace with a rebuilt one (labor included). I am thinking it probably makes sense to repower at this point, rather than invest 3 grand in an old motor.
Has anyone repowered a Seafarer recently? I am looking at the Yamaha F200. I had plenty of power with my 200 hp 2 stroke...will a 200 hp 4 stroke be a little underpowered? People say they don't have the same low-end torque. Also, since my boat has the motor bracket, does the extra weight of a 4 stroke end up making the scuppers rest underwater at dock? Should I go with a 2 stroke HPDI because of the weight issue? Also, what sort of fuel ecomony do you get with your 4 stroke or your HPDI? Are you pleased with your repower?
I am really looking for advice from anyone who has recently repowered their seafarer...but anyone with knowledge/experience would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
-Tim
Has anyone repowered a Seafarer recently? I am looking at the Yamaha F200. I had plenty of power with my 200 hp 2 stroke...will a 200 hp 4 stroke be a little underpowered? People say they don't have the same low-end torque. Also, since my boat has the motor bracket, does the extra weight of a 4 stroke end up making the scuppers rest underwater at dock? Should I go with a 2 stroke HPDI because of the weight issue? Also, what sort of fuel ecomony do you get with your 4 stroke or your HPDI? Are you pleased with your repower?
I am really looking for advice from anyone who has recently repowered their seafarer...but anyone with knowledge/experience would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
-Tim