Outboards for sale – Access a powerful boating experience

With rapidly developing technologies for reducing weights and increasing efficiency, it is really an exciting time for boat owners to buy outboards for sale for their use. Your inflatable boat will really have a fresh lease of life if you add affordable new power to it.

When you are buying outboards for sale, especially used outboards, the most important factor is buying from a reputable company. It is better to purchase an engine from a well established outboard engine dealer with a warranty than to get it for £100 cheaper from ebay and find that you have bought a lemon.... Today there are various outboards manufacturing companies who have guaranteed to live up to high standards of quality and dependability. They provide customers with access to a powerful boating experience.

Outboards for sale provide individuals the ability to outfit their water crafts with exactly the type of power they require. They provide an opportunity to enjoy every activity to maximum level on water. Nowadays, manufacturers have designed new outboards for sale keeping the needs of every type of users in consideration. Look for an engine that meets your requirement and budget, and if you need to spend a little more than you thought initially, it may save you hundreds in the longrun.

For more information on outboards for sale and Tohatsu outboards, please visit www.billhigham.co.uk

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Buy Mariner outboards for smooth performance

Mariner outboards manufacture some of the most sophisticated outboard engines available on the market today. They are one of the most recognised and established brands in the world market of outboards.

When you buy Mariner outboards, you are buying expertise that guarantees to do the job you want safely and reliably at sensible prices. These outboards protect your investment in the best possible ways with comprehensive 5 year warranties. They comprise a range of different models, 2 or 4 strokes varying in horse power, length of shaft and specifications like tiller control, remote control, manual and electric start to name but a few.

The Mariner four strokes offer you the maximum in boating pleasure. Outstanding fuel economy means lesser running costs and all Mariner four-strokes provide you with smooth, quiet power to make you enjoy your time on the water in affordable comfort and style. Some of the low noise features of these outboards are full cowls, an air intake silencer and through prop exhaust. The latest Mariner outboards are highly efficient outboard motors and are SmartCraft enabled. They are the preferred engine for inflatable boats the world over, buy only from a reliable dealer who holds good repute in the market of outboards.

If you want to buy Mariner outboards or want to know more about outboards for sale, please visit www.billhigham.co.uk the UK’s largest outboard engine dealer.

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Buying new outboards for sale?

The choice of which outboards for sale best suits any individual user is very much a personal one but there are a few tips that you must consider to make your buying easy. You must buy one that provides the most horsepower and performance and is the easiest and most economical to maintain and operate. 

With advances in technology, outboards for sale are considered the most reliable source of power for boating. There are many brands available with wide selections of horse power, ranging from 2hp to 350 hp. You must prefer buying quality outboards such as Mariner outboards and Tohatsu outboards. You must rely on your dealer’s experience and knowledge to match you with the boat in the price range you want. 

A big factor to consider while buying outboards for sale is whether you want a 2-stroke or 4-stroke. It is totally upon you to decide because it will depend upon how you will be using your outboards. You must prefer buying one that uses fuel more efficiently, that means an improvement in economy and a cleaner burn. You must check for the list of standard features when you shop for Mariner outboards. Do complete inspections of propeller, fuel hose, fuel tank, fresh water flush, gauges, control boxes and tiller handles. You even need to check the lengths of manufacturer’s warranty so that you will come to know how long are you protected by the engine’s warranty.

If you want to know more about outboards for sale, Mariner outboards and Tohatsu outboards, please visit www.billhigham.co.uk/

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Buying the ideal horsepower Tohatsu outboards

For many people the decision to purchase outboards is based on brand loyalty or past experience with a particular brand. There are many brands available in the market to cater to the needs of individuals who love to take to water. Before finalising on a particular type of outboard, you must try to find out more about Tohatsu outboards because they promise to serve a variety of purposes including commercial fishing, marine transport, recreation and competition. They are developed with advanced technology and know how and are surpassed in safety, reliability, fuel efficiency and durability by no other brand.

Tohatsu outboards come in a range of horsepower and you must put the right horsepower on your boat. You must never exceed the horse power rating of your boat. While choosing the right horsepower for your boat, you must take into account the weight of the boat, weight of the passenger or gear and your expected use of the boat. If you are confused about the horsepower of the Tohatsu outboards, you must discuss with your dealer about it. They will be more than happy to help you find the best Tohatsu outboards for your particular needs.

If you have decided to buy a 4-stroke Tohatsu outboard, then you must use genuine TCWIII certified oil that has been formulated to handle the higher performance. It must also be formulated to combat the harsh operating conditions of the marine environment. You must refer to the owner’s manual for the proper oil type and amount to add and for the proper break-in and operating procedures.

If you want to buy Tohatsu outboards or want to know more about Mariner outboards, please visit www.billhigham.co.uk/

 

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Which outboard engine for a 3.4m inflatable boat cont’d

Ok, so you have chosen your application, be it displacement speeds, planing speeds with a light load, planing speeds with a heavy load, or watersports. Next lets look at which brands of engine I would recommend you choose for each application. Now I know we sell mariner outboards, parsun and Tohatsu outboards. But I will try to be as objective as possible - although I will choose these ultimately in some of the applications but for good reason!

For displacement speeds: if you want a VERY portable engine then go for the honda 2.3hp, its light - 13kg, and better built than the Suzuki, we NEVER see problems with the honda 2.3! If you want max power go for the tohatsu outboards or mariner 3.5hp (its the only 3.5 on the market and its very light @ 17kg). If you want the best value 2.5 on the market go for the parsun 2.6hp, don’t be put off by the new name, we sell over 50 of these per season and they are RELIABLE as hell!

For light load planing go for the Parsun 8hp or 9.8hp, its the lightest on the market (35kg) and also very reliable. If you want a premium brand, the next lightest is the mariner outboards / tohatsu 8 and 9.8hp offering, its only 2kg heavier than the parsun, and 3 kg lighter than its other nearest rival.

For fast planing you have a good choice of 20hp engines. The best is the honda 20hp, its light and excellent (although quite old technology). Otherwise the tohatsu 20hp is only 50kg, as is the mariner outboards 20hp.

There we go - in a nutshell, you should know which one you want now, so give us a call for some prices!! 0161 790 7678 bill higham marine.

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Which outboard should I fit to my 3.4m inflatable boat?

Its a question that people ask me all the time, so I thought I would address it here!

First of all what do you do with your boat? Is it a family runabout, do you need to pull toys with it? Does it even need to get on the plane? If you have a nice shiny new super yacht and you need a tender boat then you will be looking at 4 - 5 m ribs for sale. But if like the rest of us you just have a little inflatable boat for messing around with the family at weekend. Firstly we will look at the boat owner who does not need to get on the plane. The engine choice for this application is simple in my mind, 2.5hp - 3.5hp is all you need. Any more is over egging the pudding, you wont be going any faster, just using more fuel and making more noise, maybe making a bigger wave too. So stick to 2.5-3.5hp, this will push you at more than the boats max displacement speed of around 6mph.

Next up lets look at planing the boat, now with ribs for sale of the same size you will need slightly less hp, but with inflatable boats for this you will need a minimum of 6hp if you have only one light helmsman, and max 20hp if you want to tow wakeboarders etc. Asa rough rule for a 3.4m inflatable: an 8hp 4 stroke from tohatsu outboards will plane 1 adult and a couple of small kids. 10hp from mariner outboards will plane 2 adults, 15hp will plane 4 adults or tow kid on ringo etc. 20hp will fly and tow wakeboarder/skier as long as they aren’t over 10 stone. I will tell you which are the best engines to buy in my next blog.

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The CMC power trim and tilt system

The CMC power trim and tilt system, after market ptt for outboard engines

There are a few after market power trim and tilts available these day, but the benchmark system comes from CMC in america. There are two models of power trims, the pt130 is rated to 130hp and is the most powerful system on the market rated at over 780l0b of pressure, it is suitable for all outboards for sale and almost any boat application, from ribs for sale to fishing craft. The baby of the bunch is the CMC pt35 power trim / tilt system, it is rated to engines upto 35hp and is VERY well priced and just as reliable as its big brother. The beauty and reliability of The CMC power tilt system is down to its construction, it is manufactured from barstock aluminum, 1/2” thick, there are no ferrous components and it is completely saltwater proofed and submersible. The CMC power tilt and trim has been in manufacture for many years and is the number one choice for racers the world over due to its amazingly fast rate of trim, in most cases twice as fast as those on new outboards for sale today. The system carries a 2 year part and labour warranty and is available from the UK through various outlets. For good efficient service you can buy from bill higham marine, we offer a next day mail order or in house fitting service to suit your requirements. www.billhigham.co.uk

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