How are these motors performing? I'm getting back into the fishing game and want know how these motors are performing and holding up?
How are these motors performing? I'm getting back into the fishing game and want know how these motors are performing and holding up?
You might like this independent appraisal of the 150 G2 Evinrude and how it performs against larger HP motors.
http://www.boattest.com/engine-revie...-4-Stroke_2018
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A Technical troubleshooter possessing more tools than talent !
Wow!!!!!! Nuff said. Not even in the same world!!! Etec G2 will be on my next boat.
We had 2 of them in 2017 and put 110 hours on each. Neither gave one code, error or any trouble. They are really remarkable engines. Compared to similar prior gen engine you may need to go up 2" in pitch because of gear ratio.
I have 25hrs and one summer on mine and I have zero complaints. Great motor with holeshot and super quiet and efficient.
2017 Ranger 518 w/ Evinrude 150HO G2
I picked up my rig on 9/26/17 and had her out 6 times before winterizing and putting in storage, 'till May '18.
Absolutely wonderful so far, impressive! I hope I am still saying that 10 years from now!
10 year warranty, there are some stipulations, but how can you not buy something w/ that kind of warranty.
Last edited by King_Fish; 02-13-2018 at 02:41 PM. Reason: editorial
2018 Ranger RT198p
Charcoal Metallic
Etec 150HP G2 HO
24p Raker Stainless prop
82# MotorGuide Tour Pro TM
Fishes as good as anything out there, with the TM down...
We have sold several on the Ranger 198, no complaints that I know of!!
I have had one since September, I really like it. Monster power and torque for a 150... Ive had zero issues with it
To top it off, until April 30th you get 10-years of factory coverage on a new Evinrude. No other company is even close to that type of engine protection.
Just think, you can enjoy the engine for 9 years and then if you trade it in or sell outright, you tell the new owner that he has a year of factory service coverage remaining. That adds greatly to the motor value in coming years.
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A Technical troubleshooter possessing more tools than talent !
Only have 13 hrs on mine but I love it. I have said it on here before...to me, one of the best things about the g2 is the “auto trim”. Most trips I never touch the trim lever b/c of this feature.
Mine came with a Raker HO 24p. Not sure the weight of a 518 but it runs as high as 6k in colder weather and 58-5900 in the summer
2017 Ranger 518 w/ Evinrude 150HO G2
I have a 2009 model that I have owned for 3 years.Zero problems,very quiet and will surprise you with the speed and torque.Just turn the key and go
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"keep your blood thin,you will live longer"
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