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PeteD
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Initially Posted - 03/11/2026 :  22:38:17  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Hello 250 sailors.
Asking for advice or information.
I'm replacing my existing outboard (currently 20 hp Honda 4 stroke) which is a great motor but way too heavy and large for a 250 in my opinion. This was on the boat when purchased.
I'm looking at a 25" leg Yamaha high thrust 9.9 hp or the Mercury Pro kicker. I would like electric start and tilt (will save my back), I know this adds weight and cost however for the convenience I think its worth it. Anyone use these motors, any opinion on that?
I'm also looking at fitting lazy jacks and a boom stack pack, again for convenience and also look tidy and so much easier on the set up and pack up later.
My question here is that the sail maker who is going to build it recommends I change the main sail foot to a loose foot so he can use the bolt rope section on the boom for the stack pack. Has anyone else done this, just tying off the clew to the outhaul without using the bolt rope on the boom and experienced sailing with a loose foot on the 250?
Thankyou, safe sailing everyone as you head into your spring, I'm now in Autumn with some lighter winds and not so blistering heat.
Pete
Thankyou,
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Pete
2008 Catalina 250 WK HN-969

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Response Posted - 03/12/2026 :  06:57:53  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Regarding replacing your outboard you should probably check the charging output of alternator. The Mercury is designed to start it but not run the whole boat like a Honda. I was made aware of this by the manager of a BassPro Marine Dept.
Paul Schupbach
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