looking for new outboard

[riverman]

I am looking to replace the outboard on my 18'52" exterminator by legendcraft. I currently have a three valve Johnson "40" jet with 70 carbs. I am looking to go lighter and better fuel economy. I have ran the 4strokes and like the quitness of them but the weight factor is a killer. the motor that really has my attention is the Evinrude E-tec. I would like to put a 60 on the boat. does any one out there have any advice, pro's or cons one way or the other. thanks.

Rivrman

[RiverRunner]

From what I hear, the fuel economy that the E-Tec gets is as good as 4 strokes. But the price on the E-Tec is pretty steep from what I've seen. But its a great looking motor.

[Rick F]

Todays 4 strokes aren't that much heavier than the 2 strokes. E-tec is the top of 2 strokes and fuel economy would be like counting pennies. You will pay a little more but you put it on your boat and go fish. No break in period. All 4 strokes have a break in period and some are pretty time consuming.