I never seen any mention of Honda motors during these discussions but for me they are the only outboard to own. I’ve had a 4 hp with reverse, can’t swivel as mounted, on my Drascombe Lugger for 10 years. Still like new. When I bought my M17 the first thing I did was put the new Honda 4 hp on it. It has an internal tank and can also be run with an external tank as I run mine. Bought a 3 gal tank from West Marine that fits perfect in rear locker. My M17 is a 2005. The specs you can look up. Wasn’t much difference in price from a Honda 2.5 hp but I think the 4 hp far superior. Weight could be a consideration as it is 60 lbs. I think a 2.5 hp perfect if i had a M15. If wondering the durability read the book where a guy used one on a Three year trip from US to Amazon and back on a Sea Pearl. Having had a number of different outboards I would consider only a Honda. Worth the money. Charlie Adams Sent from my iPad
On Jun 28, 2021, at 12:33 AM, Bob Eeg <montgomeryboats@hotmail.com> wrote:
Hi John Per our conversation a few days ago I have retired and my site is inactive. Be well buddy
Bob Eeg
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On Jun 27, 2021, at 6:43 PM, Saltm17 via montgomery_boats <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> wrote:
Hi, I've been trying to get on the Montgomery boats site but can't find it. Can you help? Thanks John Edwards
-----Original Message----- From: Henry Rodriguez <heinzir@gmail.com> To: For and about Montgomery Sailboats <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Sun, Jun 27, 2021 3:14 pm Subject: M_Boats: Re: Motor mount
I didn't try to use the motor to steer. My problem was that the motor head intruded in to the cockpit so far when tilted up that it blocked the tiller from swinging all the way over. Not a problem in normal sailing but a pain when approaching my mooring.
Henry
On Sun, Jun 27, 2021, 10:55 AM Dave Scobie <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
The reason people don't like the cutout is: can't use motor to steer (easily), and many outboards do not fit.
IMO use the rudder to steer ... just like boats with inboards do.
A Suzuki 4/6 HP long (20") will fit. Do a www-search for 'Larry Yale Montgomery 17 Corn Dog's and you will see pictures of his boat using a Suzuki in the cutout.
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On Sun, Jun 27, 2021, 9:26 AM Cap Keith <orionkeith@msn.com> wrote:
Hello all,
Just a quick question… I own a M17, 1980 model. Purchased with an attached, adjustable motor mount thru-bolted where the cut out for an outboard. Question: Why not use the existing, cut-out for say, a 4-5hp motor? (Wanting to re-power).
Keith K Ginger Snap
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