Outboard Question

Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what do I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful, but I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Thanks guys,

Chris

Chris Rennert wrote:
Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what do I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful, but I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Thanks guys,

Chris


I wouldn't think twice about it. HPDI all the way. It gets WAY better
mileage, both gas and oil. It runs smoother, will idle all day if
necessary, and has better mid-range torque, so it performs better when
climbing waves in really rough water. Only drawback is that it may prove
a mile or two an hour slower in the top end.

"RichZ" wrote in message
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Chris Rennert wrote:
Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but
since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what
do I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful,
but I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Thanks guys,

Chris


I wouldn't think twice about it. HPDI all the way. It gets WAY better
mileage, both gas and oil. It runs smoother, will idle all day if
necessary, and has better mid-range torque, so it performs better when
climbing waves in really rough water. Only drawback is that it may prove a
mile or two an hour slower in the top end.


As an addition, my fuel injected motor starts SOOOO great, it's not even
funny. Man, what an incredible difference over my old carb motor, even when
it was brand new!

Thanks again to Steve Huber and others for talking me into paying extra for
that motor. It was definitely worth the extra (which I was able to talk
them down to a $1500 difference)!!!

--
Andrew Kidd
http://www.amiasoft.com/ - Software for the rest of us!
http://www.rofb.net/ - ROFB Newsgroup Home

Hey Chris I found this review on the 150HPDI. It is near the bottom after
the 300 review. They tested it on a perch jerker boat. ;-) (Lund) Don't know
if it will help you any. Joe Z.
http://www.bassandwalleyeboats.com/s..._page_176.html

"Chris Rennert" wrote in message
...
Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what do I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful, but I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Thanks guys,

Chris

Go for the injected motor!..whats a couple of bucks a month and A LOT eaiser to
start
Allen
911 Bass Anglers
Bucks County PA

Andrew, that is where I am at, about $1800 difference. I am definitely
leaning towards teh HPDI, but we will see how financing comes out , which I
will know tomorrow ....

Thank you everyone for your input so far, and Joe Z , I read the article,
thank you very much.

Chris
"Andrew Kidd" wrote in message
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"RichZ" wrote in message
...
Chris Rennert wrote:
Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but
since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what
do I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful,
but I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Thanks guys,

Chris


I wouldn't think twice about it. HPDI all the way. It gets WAY better
mileage, both gas and oil. It runs smoother, will idle all day if
necessary, and has better mid-range torque, so it performs better when
climbing waves in really rough water. Only drawback is that it may prove
a
mile or two an hour slower in the top end.


As an addition, my fuel injected motor starts SOOOO great, it's not even
funny. Man, what an incredible difference over my old carb motor, even
when
it was brand new!

Thanks again to Steve Huber and others for talking me into paying extra
for
that motor. It was definitely worth the extra (which I was able to talk
them down to a $1500 difference)!!!

--
Andrew Kidd
http://www.amiasoft.com/ - Software for the rest of us!
http://www.rofb.net/ - ROFB Newsgroup Home

Hi Chris,

Rich was spot on. If you ever have to idle stumpfields, you will
appreciate the fuel injection. Carbed engines don't like to idle when
trimmed up. You have to stop, trim down and clean her out ever now and
again. Kind of a pain really.

Make a few 140 mile runs in tournaments and the fuel savings really
starts to shine.

Carlos

Chris if its similar to my HO you'll get alot - including increased mileage
& decreased oil usage.

WW
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http://www.warrenwolk.com/
http://www.tri-statebassmasters.com
2004 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation State Champions



"Chris Rennert" wrote in message
...
Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but
since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what do
I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful, but
I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Thanks guys,

Chris

"Chris Rennert" wrote in message
...
Hey guys,

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI


I am not sure which direction to go, The HPDI is about $1800 more, but
since
I am financing it my payment really wouldn't change that much, but what do
I
really get out of it. The Master Tech at the marina was very helpful, but
I
just wanted to get the opinions of some people I have met and trust :-)

Chris, why would you want to go with antiquated technology? There's a
reason that all cars and most outboards are fuel injected. If carbs were
the way to go, fuel injection wouldn't be an option. Go for the HPDI and
never look back. The increased efficiency, better economy and ease of
starting are well worth the additional $.
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

I have a quick question to post here, I have a choice of 2 motors.

#1 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 (Carb.)
#2 2004 Yamaha VMAX 150 HPDI

I got a 2004 225 HPDI last May and have been really happy with it. Everything
posted here about them is true, great milage, low oil use, starts like a car
and idles great. BUT, I have heard there are some water pressure problems - at
least with the 225. I am watching mine carefully and trying to check with the
dealer.
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com