In a message dated 9/14/2005 1:38:13 PM Pacific Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I have been wanting to give my opinion of the Honda, long shaft, 4
stroke, 2hp, pushing an M-17 since the discussion on outboards last
year. I was pretty well convinced that I had made a mistake using this
setup.
Hi Bill,
Myself, I think the Honda 2 is a great little motor. There are others with
M-17 who push along with electrics, and during the Wooden Boat show, I was
amazed to see how many "heavy" craft use both the electrics and Honda 2hp. Most
of
sailors saying they like to remove the motor after getting out of the harbor.
Some that dont even have a real motor mount, only something that attaches and
easily removes, so as not to ruin the aesthetics of their fine craft.
I already have a MinnKota Electric which I'll use on my new 15, unless I'm in
heavy current or on a cruise.
Worst case... The 2hp would make a fine motor on a towed dinghy. So, here's
another thumbs up for the Honda 2hp (but not on a 17 in SF Bay on a heavy
outgoing tide)
Bill
www.msog.funtigo.com
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