Transforming Your Mid-Size Boat: Yamaha F70 Outboard Re-power Success Stories
Just like their higher horsepower cousins, re-powering your mid-size outboard comes with a boatload of benefits. Check out the amazing transformations of two boats with the Yamaha F70hp.
While the engines might be the same, Ed's rib and Tony's Aqualite are worlds apart - here’s their before-and-after stories.
Rib Re-Power
Let's kick things off with Ed’s Rib re-power. With an older Mercury 60hp on the back and no gauges to monitor fuel burn, this re-power provides more than the usual increased reliability and enhanced performance.
There’s a common story to many re-powers that come through the workshop. With hours creeping up and the outboard nearing its natural end of life, the pros and cons of re-powering need to be weighed up. Ed found himself in this exact position, and with a well maintained hull, re-powering was an excellent way to keep his rib on the water for years to come.
More Than Just Increased Power
While the increased horsepower from 60 to 70 won’t go unnoticed, there will be a big difference in the details. The addition of Yamaha 6Y8 gauges to Ed’s set up mean checking fuel levels is no longer measured by the old tote tank shake. It also brings the addition of real time speed and fuel management stats. Info now readily available at the helm:
Real-time tachometer with speed and fuel management stats
Includes fuel flow/consumption/economy (up to two tanks)
Trim level, battery voltage, push button trolling speed adjustments
“Having owned and operated several and various charter boats over my life I am happy to recommend Brett and the team in Blenheim as the most supportive and competent company I have had the pleasure of dealing with. An enjoyable experience from my first contact and I can highly recommend them to anyone considering purchasing or servicing boats or outboards. Thanks Team”
Tony’s Trusty Aqualite Gets A New Lease On Life
Here’s proof it’s never too late to make the switch from two-stroke to four-stroke. Tony, after many years on the water is now enjoying the benefits of new four-stroke Yamaha technology for the first time.
Recently retired, the timing for Tony’s re-power couldn’t have been better. More time on the water with less worries - reel in the good times.
Reduced noise and vibration was one pleasing re-power outcome for Tony. With that distinct two-stroke hum to keep him and his crew company over the years, the first trip out provided a new level of comfort.
We were delighted to get a phone call from Tony, direct from the boat ramp on that first trip. He was stoked that his new outboard was so quiet, we couldn’t even hear it in the background. We were stoked to hear how pleased he was with the new fit up. Win, win.
Our experienced technicians know pretty quickly weather a set up is at it’s optimum, and this ticked all the boxes - immediately.
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Reel in the good times with Yamaha
Both Ed and Tony took advantage of savings on their outboard packages, thanks to some epic deals from Yamaha NZ.
Thinking about re-power? Take a look at any current offers that might just sweeten then deal!