Kojak Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 I’m replacing its original, Yamah 300 HPDI, and I think I like the G2 300. It’s been out long enough that I think all they kinks have been worked out, and I’d like some input, please. I like a two-stroke because I think a four-stroke is too heavy for the stern. I want a 300 because the boat is rated for it. Thoughts and input are appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 The G2's in 20 inch shaft weighs 537 lbs. The Yamaha F300 4-S in 20" weighs 562 lbs. The Suzuki 300 4-S in 20" weighs 578 lbs. The Mercury 300XS 2-S weighs 505 lbs. (Verado 300 Pro weighs 635 lbs with its own steering system) Each of these 300HP engine choices has their downsides. The discussion of their faults always leads to hurt feelings and that Ford-V-Chevy mentality.. Just a heads-up when you ask about opinions on outboard brands. As an aside, when the 300 HPDI motors got sorted out, they ran really strong. They too had their downsides with thirst & oil consumption but were a helluva good motor. Whatever motor you chose, your 2400 will be a little different... Good luck with the repower.. Marc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEM Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 I didn't know Yamaha had a F300 four stroke in a 20" shaft! Is that a new offering? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubble Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 My buddy repowered a 23 Ranger Bay with the G2 250. They wanted the 300 but after much research and discussion with dealer and service folks, they were lead to believe that the 250 was the better overall option. Motor has crazy torque. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonV Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 Go with the 250 HO they are bad to the bone!!! The 250 HO is close to 270 - 272 at the prop. Do it before end of April for the ten year warranty, I think that's the right date/. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted March 25, 2018 Report Share Posted March 25, 2018 Good eye JEM.. The listing was meant to compare the weights of different 300hp OB's.. The older 2400's didn't come with jackplates to accommodate 25" motors.. Marc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lap it Up Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 I really like the new G2. Amazing fuel economy for the amount of power they put out. They are a tad louder at idle but not much to right home about. If I could ever afford a repower there would be a G2 on my 21MA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kojak Posted March 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2018 Am I making a mistake going with the 25" shaft instead of the 20" shaft? I have a 6" jack plate. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Troy Posted March 30, 2018 Report Share Posted March 30, 2018 If you have a 20 inch shaft now i would hang a Yamaha 250 SHO at 505 pounds and call it a day. Is that hull even rated for a 300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kojak Posted March 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2018 I have 25” now and it is rated for a 300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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