Whats the current reputation on Evinrude ETECs? I bought a 50hp ETEC back in 2003 but sold the boat after about 75 hours. Doing my research before buying that motor, I felt that the ETEC was about as good as it could get, but like I said, that was 11 years ago and they were relatively new to the market.

 

From a durability and performance standpoint, how do they compete against comprable models from other manufacturers? I've been searching boat classifieds for a few weeks now and I've seen more than a couple low hour ETECs that have had powerheads and/or fuel injectors replaced.


I'm not looking for a Ford vs Chevy debate....

Experience by the one guy in my bass club that has an Evinrude ETEC and from other bass fishermen:  STAY AWAY FROM EVINRUDE.

 

Go with Mercury or Yamaha, depending on where the repair shop is located in your area.

 

And find out if your repair shop has anyone with a certified motor certification for your brand.

Evinrude just introduced a gen 2 Etec

I have friends who swear by em & friends who swear at em!

I know quite a few people running them with zero issues.

My cousin runs one and he has had 0 issues.  Runs a Etec 225 HO and has ran it a lot.  Not one single problem.

I have a 2013 200HP model on my boat.  

 

Zero issues and great performance.  Great motor, I know a few others with ETECs and they share the same feelings about them.