I've decided to get rid of the Talon 21 with a 200 merc & find something that will fit in the garage. I've always had outboards, like to see the pollution going into othe water! What are the drawbacks of I/O's & inboards as opposed to outboards? I'm looking to sell off or trade the Talon for something else here in Phoenix.
I HAVE A HURRICANE DECK BOAT WITH AN I/O.AT LOW SPEEDS IT'S IMPOSSIBLE TO GO IN A STRAIGHT LINE WITHOUT CONSTANTLY FIGHTING THE STEERING WHEEL BACK & FORTH.DEALER SAYS IT'S BECAUSE OF I/O,IF IT HAD AN I/O IT WOULD BE FINE.BUY A BOAT WITH A NEW EFI 4 STROKE, YOU'LL LOVE IT.
I've had both I/O's and outboards. The only drawback I had with the I/O was the engine box taking up space on the rear deck of the boat, thus limiting usable space. On the other hand, the engine on the I/O was more reliable and easier to work on and the lack of smoke was a plus (of course this is comparing a 4-stroke to a 2-stroke).
Posts: 551 | Location: Rogers City, MI | Registered: Sep 25, 2007
I was in northern Mich. in July & my Dad bought a nice Crownline with 42 hrs. Nice boat, wouldn't stay on course at low speeds though. It was an I/O. I've decided to stay away from them, I want to see the pollution! So, I picked up an old beater, a 1980 Hydro Stream Viper with a mid 60's Chrysler outboard. Nice project & I can let anyone drive it. The Talon 21 is still for sale. Mike 480 266 6234
Azdrydock: Hey nice boat but that Chrysler its a good utility motor. But if your going to have any kind of fun with this boat pick yourself up a 1980 or so 200hp "BlackMax" and go play!!!
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Posts: 947 | Location: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin | Registered: Dec 20, 2004
