Typhoon motor

[pjust]

We had some pretty rough seas up my way a couple of weeks ago. Another boat got loose from her mooring and whacked into Dolcetto. The damage to my boat itself was pretty minor--a 6" piece of rub rail will have to be replaced--but the motor was knocked off the bracket and is now sleeping with the fishes. Grappling or diving for it and then flushing and reconditioning it didn't seem a cost-effective option, so I'm looking to just replace it. It was a Honda 2.3hp long shaft 4-stroke, and while I never liked using it, it seems to have been all the motor I need. Does anyone have a suggestion for another replacement in the same (~$950) price range? Suggestions for a dealer in Midcoast Maine? Anyone reasonably near Midcoast Maine with one to sell used?

[Astronomertoo]

We had some pretty rough seas up my way a couple of weeks ago. Another boat got loose from her mooring and whacked into Dolcetto. The damage to my boat itself was pretty minor--a 6" piece of rub rail will have to be replaced--but the motor was knocked off the bracket and is now sleeping with the fishes. Grappling or diving for it and then flushing and reconditioning it didn't seem a cost-effective option, so I'm looking to just replace it. It was a Honda 2.3hp long shaft 4-stroke, and while I never liked using it, it seems to have been all the motor I need. Does anyone have a suggestion for another replacement in the same (~$950) price range? Suggestions for a dealer in Midcoast Maine? Anyone reasonably near Midcoast Maine with one to sell used?

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Sorry to hear about your damages. Actually, if your engine was in good condition, it would still be cost effective to get it up, and have it cleaned, flushed and started. Your rub rail repair to previous condition, and any cleanup of the damaged hull area will likely cost more than you might think.
Best wishes
Bob C

[Jim Walsh]

I refuse to swim in ice water so I'd not consider going over the side for it myself, but if the motor was of recent vintage and ran well I'd have grappled for it or hired a diver before kissing a grand good-bye.
Pretty unusual loss. Can't say that I've ever heard of an outboard being bumped off a bracket before. I use a safety line when my outboard is in use on my dingy and also when it is stored on the stern rail bracket. You may want to consider one going forward.

[Skeep]

PJ, sorry to hear about the loss. To answer more directly, I purchased a Yamaha 2.5 horse, ordinary shaft, and it was in the $800/900 range a couple of years back. No problem to operate. A small reservoir inside the cover holds a small amount of fuel, enough for random operations. I bring a fuel cel along with me just in case. Easy-peasey.

[RLW]

I think you had the perfect power for a Ty, notwithstanding the electric option. If you have the boat bucks to spend I would suggest replacing it with the same. FWIW...a dive service in your area would likely retrieve your hiding outboard for short money. I'm guessing a buck and a half.

[pjust]

Thanks to all for the advice thus far.

The guy who runs the mooring field decided the motor wasn't worth going after. He's an accomplished diver, knows how to work a grappling hook with skill and is more familiar with the bottom here than anyone alive, so when he tells me that motor is a goner, I'm inclined let him make that call. All the more so when he's the one who's on the hook to compensate me for the loss because the boat that smacked mine got loose when her mooring pendant parted.

Skeep, you mentioned that your Yamaha had a short shaft. My Honda was a long shaft and I'd just assumed I 'd need a long shaft motor to reach from the stern of a Ty. Is that not the case? I very well might just replace the Honda BF2.3L, but I've also been looking at the Suzuki 2.5 which is a bit cheaper than the Honda. Does anyone have experience with it or know how it compares to the Honda?

[tjr818]

If you were to buy a car...would you buy a Honda or a Suzuki If the mooring field manager is buying . . . .

[Astronomertoo]

Thanks to all for the advice thus far.

The guy who runs the mooring field decided the motor wasn't worth going after. He's an accomplished diver, knows how to work a grappling hook with skill and is more familiar with the bottom here than anyone alive, so when he tells me that motor is a goner, I'm inclined let him make that call. All the more so when he's the one who's on the hook to compensate me for the loss because the boat that smacked mine got loose when her mooring pendant parted.

Skeep, you mentioned that your Yamaha had a short shaft. My Honda was a long shaft and I'd just assumed I 'd need a long shaft motor to reach from the stern of a Ty. Is that not the case? I very well might just replace the Honda BF2.3L, but I've also been looking at the Suzuki 2.5 which is a bit cheaper than the Honda. Does anyone have experience with it or know how it compares to the Honda?

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I might get in trouble here for saying so, but here it is.
I have heard lots of good refs to the little Hondas, including the next one up, and I had a great 7.5.
How many recommendations for the Suzuki? None.
Anyone else? To be fair, you can drive around on a weekend, and if you find owners with a Suzuki 2.5 ask them which they would rather have.
Whatever you buy, suggest adding a locked cable between your engine and boat.
Best wishes
Bob C

[Markst95]

I've had a 2003 Honda on my Ty and use a 2014 Suzuki 2.5 for a canoe. The Suzuki's never been on the Ty Because its not long enough. I've always been happy with the Honda but the Suzuki runs well and is quieter. I like the clutch on the Honda, beats having to reach over to shift.