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Old 09-23-2008, 07:43 PM   #1
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Default Maxum 1800 xr engine

I have a 1800xr with a very tired and thirsty force 120. Can any one suggest a suitable replacement, i will probaly look at 4 strokes for their fuel economy but ant help greatly received. thanks in advance.
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Old 09-23-2008, 08:11 PM   #2
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I think the merc...max engines are compatable with the old force engines...not an expert by any means in the outboard section....but that's just a guess..


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Old 09-23-2008, 10:09 PM   #3
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What year is your 1800XR? Forum member djsxr recently replaced his with a new 115hp 4 stroke Yamaha. He seems happy with it. You can see his pictures in the gallery here:
http://www.maxumownersclub.com/forum...g2_itemId=1283

I still have my original Mercury 2 stroke.





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Old 09-24-2008, 08:08 AM   #4
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Hi my boat is a 1999 nodel, thanks
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Post some pictures when you get a chance.
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Old 07-25-2009, 11:13 AM   #6
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Hi
As an update i have replaced said old force 120 with an evinrude 115, what a difference faster quieter but more importantly instead of using £80 of fuel a day (approx 3 hours on the water) i now use £30 for 5 or 6 hours. will post some pics soon
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