I have a really good, clean 7.5hp available to me for around $400. I really think I need something in the 8-10hp range at least to get this 14' Starcraft SS aluminum up on plane, but this motor is a reasonably good price and well cared for.
What is the difference between this and the 8hp? The serial number is the same sequence for an 8hp. Is this just a re-labeled 8hp to eek it in under some "8hp restriction"?
Also, finally, is there a feasible way to convert this to something more powerful, like perhaps swapping the main jet or whole carb etc? This has the older metal style carb that should be much more durable than the 1986 6hp that I have that has that #$%@#$% plastic top.
What is the difference between this and the 8hp? The serial number is the same sequence for an 8hp. Is this just a re-labeled 8hp to eek it in under some "8hp restriction"?
Also, finally, is there a feasible way to convert this to something more powerful, like perhaps swapping the main jet or whole carb etc? This has the older metal style carb that should be much more durable than the 1986 6hp that I have that has that #$%@#$% plastic top.