engine type for sun deck sport 188
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I would google outboard vs. I/O and begin reading. Many on either side. A lot will depend on your location, and if saltwater. It is really an individual decision based on your circumstances.
I had an I/O, now have OB. In TN there are times during the winter where it is warm enough to boat. My boat stays on a lift so with an OB I can just drop it and go. With an I/O I would have to re-winterize if I did this. One thing to look at is usable space difference in the boat. In my case I had a 24 ft GS 248 I/O and went to a 21 ft SD 217 OB with very little loss in usable space.
If it were my situation, I would favor the 150hp OB. You may be in a situation where you would trailer, and could never boat during the winter and the I/O will be just fine (and possibly more powerful).
2000 Hurricane SD 217 OB -
I can tell you what I like on my I/O setup. When it comes to watersports, the full length swim platform on an I/O setup is a big convenience. It's also convenient for ingress/egress and comfortably accessing the battery compartment and engine compartment. The SS188 OB has a maximum HP rating of 200, so you would gain power with the I/O. You would also have the option of getting a Bravo 3 drive (unless you're looking at a in-stock boat) which has a number of performance advantages (I'm very glad I made that drive choice with my boat).Click on the link below to read son additional comments on the subject, if you haven't already read this thread:2012 SD237 I/O Mercruiser 5.0L MPI ECT/ Bravo 32012 Load Rite Elite Tandem axle trailer
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I have the 115 OB and it works fine. But it's slow to plane either pulling a tube with extra people on board. I suggest looking at the 150 OB. I think I would have gone that route if I had been able to at the time. If you do go with the 115 I would suggest a prop other than the stock 13 1/4 x 17. I'm looking at changing out my prop before this spring if I can determine which replacement is best. I would suggest also upgrading the stock steering and throttle. You may have to do that with a 150, I'm not sure about that. Stock steering is a little hard at low speeds and the stock throttle will have issues if it's like mine and others I've read about. With that being said, I still think my Hurricane is one heck of a boat. Just needs a few little tweaks.
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I have a SS188 with a 150 Yamaha and absolutely love it. It has plenty of power for the boat. I have even heard the Yamaha 150 4-stroke is closer to 163 instead of 150. Even loaded down and the performance is still great. My old boat that was about the same size and had a 4.3L 4barrel I/O that was great and had nice power. I did love my 4.3L and never had a problem with it. So it is a matter of choice. Either are great options
Another thing to consider is the HP on a outboard is rated at the prop shaft and a I/O is rated at the crankshaft instead.
There are several reasons I opted for the 4-stroke 150 versus the 4.3L I/O this time. I am a taller larger guy and it is harder for me to get down in the bilge to service an I/O. On my OB I can pop off the cowl and change oil and service everything while I am standing there and not have to get in the boat. I use my boat on the TN river during the winter months sometimes and I don't have to worry about taking everything loose and winterizing it when I am done. The OB has a shallower draft when I go fishing or access a boat slip in the small tight creeks off the main body of water. The OB seems significantly quitter than my 4.3 I/O as well.
The one thing I don't have is a larger swim platform. but I have the deck in front and plenty of room on the back for my needs.
2013 SS188 OB
Yamaha F150
Heritage Single Axle Trailer
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Just curious, what prop would everyone recommend for bahtendar regardless of the engine he selects?
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Hey aaa1950, it depends on the boat size, motor, brand of propeller, load, and use. There are so many factors involved. I have the Reliance SS 14-1/4" x17" for a 4-stroke Yamaha150. I am looking into a 4blade for better hold in the corners and more bite out of the hole.
aaa1950, I think you would do better with a 13-1/4" x15 to get more low end for pulling tubes or skis. In a similar size boat with a I/O 4.3L, a Turbo prop 21" pitch worked great for water skiers.
Hope this helps!
2013 SS188 OB
Yamaha F150
Heritage Single Axle Trailer
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Thanks for the feedback.
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I just bought a 2006 Fundeck 188. It has a 130 hp Yamaha . There is still ice on the water so cant try it out. I hope the 130 is enough motor. The boat is quite heavy.
2006 Hurricane 188
2003 Yamaha 130 hp
2004 Trailmaster tandom axle with surge brakes
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@jerry226, many folks have those boats (FD 188 or the current SS188) with 115HP so 130 will move the boat nicely. a fully loaded boat combined with watersports may be a bit much, but for most purposes, it'll get the job done.------------------------------------------------------------------------------2010 Hurricane SS 188 OB
2010 Mercury Optimax 200HP / Mercury SS High Five 19P
2010 Trailmaster SC trailer -
We went boating this weekend with max compacity 1400 lb. The 130 Yamaha did a great job. I have the stock prop and if I got a 4 blade I believe it would be even better. The motor is so quiet it is hard to tell if its running at idle. I am very pleased with the Hurricane.
2006 Hurricane 188
2003 Yamaha 130 hp
2004 Trailmaster tandom axle with surge brakes
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@jerry226.... that's awesome to hear. The 4 blade will get you on plane quicker but will compromise your top end speed by a few MPH but the pros outweight that con in my opinion.------------------------------------------------------------------------------2010 Hurricane SS 188 OB
2010 Mercury Optimax 200HP / Mercury SS High Five 19P
2010 Trailmaster SC trailer -
No question go with the 150.
I have the 188 with an evinrude 150 and love it. We tube all the time.