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Old 09-28-2010, 07:01 AM   #13
Peter B
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City: Ex-Brisbane, (Australia), now Bribie Island, Qld
Vessel Name: Now boatless - sold 6/2018
Vessel Model: Had a Clipper (CHB) 34
Join Date: Jun 2008
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RE: Any feedback on Honda outboards?

I used to have a 4hp Merc - 2 stroke of course as it was a 1978 model, and it always gave trouble after a lay-up. Stale oil-mixed fuel, fouled plugs - you name it.
When it died, I got a Honda 2hp 4 stroke. Ok, too small for a larger dinghy, or for those in a hurry, but for a dinghy up to 10 ft, and not in a hurry, it is fantastic. No more old oiled fuel and plug issues, starts first or second pull every time, even if not used for months, light to lift on and off (12 kg only), and, almost best of all, air-cooled, so no mucking about flushing. I love it. They are 2.3hp now I believe - big deal.
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