So I have a question that may start up a debate, but I am wanting to get some more professional and experienced answers to this. I am currently looking at replacing a 150 Mercury with another one. I am debating between staying with the XR6 (getting a new power head) or trying to find an Optimax in "good" shape.
Therefore, brings me to my question.... XR6 vs Optimax???
Which would you go with? And why?
Thanks in advance!
opti ,economy,ease of operation,running quality,resale,emissions,part availibility, whatd i miss???
yeah, that's how I see it as well.Originally Posted by JOE54
Bruce
2019 20 TRX Patriot
Mercury 250 ProXS Fourstroke
HDS 12 Live - Console
HDS 9 Live - Bow
Yeah, going to FI will get you more miles per tank. Even an XRI will get you somewhat better economy. It all really depends on your wallet
EFI and CARB consumed "almost" identical amounts of fuel, rigged and setup on the same boat.
EFI started easier... and ran better at higher elevations.
IMHO- move up to something more modern (like an Optimax). Better economy... and a heck of a lot easier to start.
Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboards, Mercruiser and Mercury Racing at European Marine in Greenville, SC.
Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 47 years (learn something new every day).
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It sounds like a resounding yes to the Optimax. So now I will ask this...EFI and CARB consumed "almost" identical amounts of fuel, rigged and setup on the same boat.
EFI started easier... and ran better at higher elevations.
IMHO- move up to something more modern (like an Optimax). Better economy... and a heck of a lot easier to start.
Is it possible to get an Optimax or even an EFI powerhead for my XR6? To directly bolt on?
efi easily opti gota do so mod or changes to ex. plates under ph
And the Optimax Powerhead will not fit under a Carb/EFI cowling.
Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboards, Mercruiser and Mercury Racing at European Marine in Greenville, SC.
Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 47 years (learn something new every day).
Mercury Parts, Mercury Outboards, Smartcraft & Accessories, Injector Service, TDR Reeds- BBC Sponsor
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