7500 Hours on an Outboard ???

Adeline · Posted: Thu Nov 20, 2008 11:29 pm Post subject: 7500 Hours on an Outboard ???

matt_unique · Posted: Fri Nov 21, 2008 7:56 am Post subject: Hours

That is no doubt impressive if accurate. An important point was the number of engine hours compared to the time on the ocean. I think engines have a shelf life on the ocean (almost) regardless of the hours. I will do what I can to keep my mine rolling!

thataway · Posted: Fri Nov 21, 2008 11:08 am Post subject:

There are many reports high hour usage on 4 stroke outboards. Remember that these are motors that are mostly run in commercial use--run every day, and have very good maintance. Some have a fair number at lower RPM.

Fishing Guide boats, offshore fishing boats, Coast Guard, Marine Patrols, some salvage and towing services all have reported engine hours in this range--a number of the Johnsuzuki (140 Suzuki with Johnson logo) in the 6000 to 7000 range. Same for Yahamas.