Another issue I am grappling with is the weight and the resulting trailer sway that it causes. Even with my old Johnson 6, I have taken to carrying it in the car and all boat weight moved forward so my trailer doesn't sway. Some guys on the lists have moved their axle back about a foot and that has ...

Thanks, all. for the ideas. At the risk of starting a fight on a par with Ford vs. Chevy, or Honda vs. Toyota, what do you all think of Tohatsu? So far in my research, it appears to be the best value, e.g. 8hp, 4 stroke, long shaft, electric start, = charging system, $1730. online (tohatsuoutboards....

I'm in the market for a used or maybe new outboard. I've had a 2 stroke 6hp Johnson for a long time and it's showing its age. I'm getting tired of taking it to the shop and want something that is easy to start, quiet, electric start, maybe with an alternator. What's the smallest outboard that has el...