Four stroke outboard in cold weather ?

[candiru]

I am considering a new boat for fishing/hunting and I am wondering how 4-stroke outboards work in cold weather. In the 35-50 hp. range. Thank You

[Ufatz]

All things considered I would think they would be just great. Probably easier to start. Only realy difference of course is the combustion order etc.-cooling still the same (presumably). I guess its possible heavier block make it colder staring but I would not think so.

[mechanictim]

A two stroke will usually be easier to start in cold due to their firing each cylinder on every revolution instead of every other one like a four stroke. But any well tuned outboard engine should start fairly easily, either with an electric or pull start. Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer and jet for the expected temperature and you should have no problem running a four stroke outboard in cold weather. If the temperature is below freezing when you stop at your fishing spot or duck blind, trim the lower unit out of the water and start the engine for a second or two to allow water to drain from the cooling system. A frozen impellor can make for a long day.

[Hibbing]

test

[candiru]

Thank you for the info. I am also want to know if anyone has personal experience.

[Hibbing]

I've got a 40 hp Honda that I use on LOW every April. Last April the temps were in the teens when we would head out to 4 Mile Bay in the morning. The motor never skipped a beat. You do need to let it warm up before taking off but once it warms up a little it's fine.

[Guest]

I also have a 40hp Honda on my fishing/duck boat. Use it until I can't get into the lakes on account of ice, never had a problem at all - more than happy and really doesn't take that long to warm-up.

[candiru]

Thank you everyone. It eases about my only concern with going to a 4 stroke.

[Hibbing]

Love my Honda almost as much as my wife, though there are days it could be a toss up

[kslipsinker]

I have a 40 four stroke injected Merc that I have run for three seasons now. I have been to Lake of the Woods in mid-October during some darn cold weather. (well below freezing) One time I didn't tilt my motor down after I pulled out and froze the water outlet solid. Ran the motor a bit and let it sit to let it thaw to blow out the ice and everything was working fine. I love the motor, and have not had one bit of touble with it.