by jacklake2003 » Sep 24, 2012 3:57 pm
I have an old Merc 85 on a Viper. It's OK to get out on the water and play, and it'll do about 45, but it won't get on the "step" and dance like a Hydrostream should. I think a newer 115 2-stroke would be about the minimum.
As for 4-stroke/2 stroke, I don't think a 4 is a good choice for a Hydrostream. They do weigh more, generally cost more, and don't have the "power" of a 2 stroke. What's are your reasons for selecting a 4? If you already have one and want to use it, that makes a bit more sense. If you are purchasing a motor specifficaly for a 'Stream, I would buy a 2.
I have an old Merc 85 on a Viper. It's OK to get out on the water and play, and it'll do about 45, but it won't get on the "step" and dance like a Hydrostream should. I think a newer 115 2-stroke would be about the minimum.
As for 4-stroke/2 stroke, I don't think a 4 is a good choice for a Hydrostream. They do weigh more, generally cost more, and don't have the "power" of a 2 stroke. What's are your reasons for selecting a 4? If you already have one and want to use it, that makes a bit more sense. If you are purchasing a motor specifficaly for a 'Stream, I would buy a 2.