"Tom Hooper" wrote in message
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Sorry for being vague. Looking for 4 stroke, for 17 to 19 ft
shallow V
'scow' bow open boat, possibly with minimal forward steering station.
Will
be running around on rivers and swamps. Don't expect to get offshore
or
even into big water. I guess around 25 to 50 hp, if that sounds
reasonable.
Not really in a hurry. Want to enjoy the scenery without scaring it
away.
Tom

"CCred68046" wrote in message
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You didnt say what size or type of motor.
2 stroke's will typically have more vibration and be louder than 4
strokes.
The main reasons for any extra vibration would be a bent prop or a
bent
shaft
in the drive train.


Seeking info on comparative outboard noise/vibration levels. Also
info
on how to reduce outboard noise/virbation.
Thanks.

Tom


my neighbor at the lake has a 70 hp suzuki 4 stroke on his pontoon. It
is really quiet, especially at idle to part throttle. You need to go
take a few rides at marine dealers on the water.

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