90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
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90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
Hello... I really can't decide.... I've ordered a 22 ft pontoon, with 25" logs. The maximum rated hp is 150.
My question is... cost/benefit ratio of 90 hp 4 stroke, versus 115 hp 4 stroke. The salesman seems to think I won't get much more speed, but I didn't ask about 'pulling power' increase, especially if there are a lot of people on the boat. Of course, the 'manly' side of me wants the biggest motor possible.... but, would it make a significant difference?
Oh, what should I do...??
My question is... cost/benefit ratio of 90 hp 4 stroke, versus 115 hp 4 stroke. The salesman seems to think I won't get much more speed, but I didn't ask about 'pulling power' increase, especially if there are a lot of people on the boat. Of course, the 'manly' side of me wants the biggest motor possible.... but, would it make a significant difference?
Oh, what should I do...??
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Mercury 115 EFI
13.75 x 15p
Mercury 115 EFI
13.75 x 15p
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
More power Captain!
No one ever wants to go down in power once they have there toon.![alright :alright](./images/smilies/icon_alright.gif)
No one ever wants to go down in power once they have there toon.
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
90 will do fine as a cruising boat. For tubes of toys 150 would be better.
If you can afford it do it
If you can afford it do it
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2004 Tracker Regency, 2010 Evinrude E-Tec 90
Haul Rite trailer
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
GO FOR A 150HP. YOU WILL LOVE IT. CAN'T BE MUCH DIFFERENCE IN COST BETWEEN A 115HP AND A 150HP.
2010 Bennington 2075 GLi with ESP
150 yamaha 4 stroke
2012 tundra tow rig
2006 golf cart shuttle from camp to boat
150 yamaha 4 stroke
2012 tundra tow rig
2006 golf cart shuttle from camp to boat
Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
As stated on here numerous times, I've never heard anyone say " I wish I would have bought a smaller motor".
There have been a few that wished they went bigger though.
I would get the biggest one I could afford.![nana :nana](./images/smilies/nana.gif)
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There have been a few that wished they went bigger though.
I would get the biggest one I could afford.
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
i have a 90 on a 22. at least get the 115.
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90 hp Yamaha 2-stroke
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
Go with the 150 if $$$ allows.
If not, I would highly suggest the 115 then. 25hp is 25hp all day long, no matter how you look at it.
If not, I would highly suggest the 115 then. 25hp is 25hp all day long, no matter how you look at it.
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
Purchased my pontoon 6 months ago with 90hp - after first trip out, was already wishing I had gone with the bigger motor. 90hp is fine for most of what I want to do, but that other 10 percent of the time, I wish I had more.
2010 Bennington 2275 GFI custom fisher/cruiser
32" ellipitical logs, Yamaha F90
US Army retired (71-96)
Fort Worth, Texas
32" ellipitical logs, Yamaha F90
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Fort Worth, Texas
Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
Playndoc....
I have a 2006 Bennington 22 footer with 2-25" logs,
and I am running a Yamaha 115hp 4 stroke.
I am very happy with the pulling power. We pull the grandkids on a tube, some times 2 at a time, and it pulls them real good. I am running a 13.5 X 15 prop.
I would for sure get at least the 115hp...
I don't think you will be happy with the 90hp.
The salesman is telling you the 90 will be just as good as the 115..."THAT'S NOT TRUE" he is just making it easier for himself to make a sale..
Bite the bullet and get the 115 and you will a happy
pontoon boat owner.
Here is a comparison from Bennington....
Pontoon boats, both weigh the same weight...
and have Four stroke motors.
90hp = 72 cubic inch
115hp = 106 cubic inch
90hp prop = 13 5/8x14
115hp prop = 13 1/4x14 (I run a 13.5x15)
a 14"would pull tubers a little better, but go slower.
90hp 4000rpm = 15.8 mph/5900rpm = 25mph
115hp 4000rpm = 18.0 mph/5800rpm = 28mph
Good Luck......HARRY
I have a 2006 Bennington 22 footer with 2-25" logs,
and I am running a Yamaha 115hp 4 stroke.
I am very happy with the pulling power. We pull the grandkids on a tube, some times 2 at a time, and it pulls them real good. I am running a 13.5 X 15 prop.
I would for sure get at least the 115hp...
I don't think you will be happy with the 90hp.
The salesman is telling you the 90 will be just as good as the 115..."THAT'S NOT TRUE" he is just making it easier for himself to make a sale..
Bite the bullet and get the 115 and you will a happy
pontoon boat owner.
Here is a comparison from Bennington....
Pontoon boats, both weigh the same weight...
and have Four stroke motors.
90hp = 72 cubic inch
115hp = 106 cubic inch
90hp prop = 13 5/8x14
115hp prop = 13 1/4x14 (I run a 13.5x15)
a 14"would pull tubers a little better, but go slower.
90hp 4000rpm = 15.8 mph/5900rpm = 25mph
115hp 4000rpm = 18.0 mph/5800rpm = 28mph
Good Luck......HARRY
Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
A lot people look at speed differences at the different HP ratings and end up opting for the smaller HP due to speed BUT depending on your "style" of cruising, the 115 will perform better from a GPH (gallons per hour) standpoint, and the 150 will do even better. I have a 50 Merc 4-Stroke on a 20' and it is turning pretty high RPM's in the 16-18mph range yet the larger engine(s) may not push the MPH up very much but will acheive the same speed with much less work (and thus much better savings on fuel).
Get the 115 and if you can, spring for the 150. On the other hand, if getting a 115 or 150 prevents you from getting the boat, then get the 90 and enjoy!
Get the 115 and if you can, spring for the 150. On the other hand, if getting a 115 or 150 prevents you from getting the boat, then get the 90 and enjoy!
SOLD - 2009 20' Bentley w/4 Stroke 90hp Mercury
SOLD - 2011 SouthBay 522CR w/115 4 Stroke Mercury
2014 Xcursion 23RF XS package w/150 4 Stroke Mercury
SOLD - 2011 SouthBay 522CR w/115 4 Stroke Mercury
2014 Xcursion 23RF XS package w/150 4 Stroke Mercury
Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
That assumes you don't run as fast as the 150 will go ![Wink ;)](./images/smilies/icon_wink.gif)
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70 HP 4 stroke EFI Yamaha
70 HP 4 stroke EFI Yamaha
Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
Is there any drawback to consistently running a 2 stroke at 78% power? So get the fuel economy of a 90 but have the extra hp there when you want it. We run air cooled four stroke aircraft engines all day at reduced power with no ill-effects. Is it the same with 2 strokes as long as you blow out the cobwebs every once and a while???
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
The 2 strokes burn much cleaner than they did years ago, especially the DFI's. So they don't load up like the old ones did.
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
150 without a doubt. What to save gas. The throttle works both ways.
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Re: 90hp vs 115hp on new pontoon????
@ what hp does the 2 stroke end. I think we have a 70 2 stroke & the economy is tremendous. & it runs full out @ 16mph woohoo!!(I use my car gps) If I could afford it I would definitely go up in power. It is going to be fine for little grandkids. They can buy the fast boats & toys & we'll be the landing point for food & refreshment. Will confirm hp later this afternoon.
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