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Originally Posted by GMac7
The motor in your sig looks identical to the one hanging off the back of the boat Im going to look at. What year Yamaha is that?
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Mine is a 1988 Yamaha Excel V6 (225hp). It has a newer powerhead (1997) and a new lower unit (2009). I have approx 500 hours on the powerhead and it runs strong. This motor is a good match for the 23' Sceptre. My motor is a light 2 stroke weighing in at only 408 lbs. WOT is 39 mph at 5100 rpms. I cruise at 30 mph @ 4200 rpms burning 11 gallon per hour neting out a very respectable 2.72mpg. For the above reasons and $$ that is why I still have this engine. Also, I run 15x17p Alum 3 bladed propeller. 1988-2001 was ALL salt water use, although I flushed it out after each trip. VERY happy with my old Yami!!!
Jim