Suzuki DF 140's

turbinedoctor

turbinedoctor

God
I know some here have them but a friend of mine is getting a new boat with one and was wondering how they perform, hold up and how well you like them?
 
I absolutly LOVE mine.

I know I've posted all this before, but I'll do it again cause I like seeing it in print.

I average 5 mpg (statute) with the 140 on my V-20 Cuddy (usually cruising at 20-28 mph most of the time. I get a top speed of 40 mph. It is so quiet that I don't know its running at idle. No messing with oil, except to change it in the winter. No smoke or smoke smell. It starts on the first crank every time.

I bought mine in July of 03 and have done nothing but change the oil in it. I am thinking about doing the waterpump this year, just because.

I think it is the perfect motor for me and my V.
 
I've heard mostly good reports about Suzi 4 strokes. I'm thinking about a 90 Suzi for my new (to me) Pro-Line for next year. Hopefully.
 
[FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]90 HP 4-STROKE EFI SUZUKI[/FONT] [FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]$6,000

-----------------------------------------------

[/FONT][FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]90 HP YAMAHA[/FONT] [FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]$5,100

[/FONT][FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]90 HP 4-STROKE EFI YAMAHA[/FONT] [FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]$6,200

----------------------------------------------

90 HP E-TEC EVINRUDE 20" $7,300

--------------------------------------------------------

90 HP MERCURY $5,000

[/FONT][FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]90 HP OPTIMAX MERCURY[/FONT] [FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]$6,900

[/FONT][FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]90 HP 4-STROKE MERCURY 20"[/FONT] [FONT=trebuchet ms,arial,helvetica]$7,200

:head::head::head::head::head::head::head::head::head:
[/FONT]
 
I occasionally run into an older gent at my ramp....he has a v20 w/ a 2005[?] zuke140.....claims to have 1100 hours on it already, 1100!! Says it hasn't missed a beat. I've tried to speak to him in detail but he's kinda grumpy and doesn't say much.
 
TH, your mission, if you chose to except it, is to put at least 100 hours on that baby this year.

This thread will self destruct in 5.....4.....3....
 
Repowered with zuki DF140 last July. Love it. Plenty of power, good fuel usage, quiet. Between my son and I we put 250+ hours on it between July and September. There are three other DF 140 owners at my club. The oldest is 8 years old with absolutely no problems.
 
Is that you Reprits?? Did your name get lost on the switch to the new board?? I can fix it if thats the case??
 
Suzuki 140

I originally repowered mine and was a little unsure because of the speed, but now with the high gas prices I have grown to love the engine. It does not have the same kick as a two stroke but hey...who cares so long as it's reliable and efficient...I have not had a problem with the engine. Mine is actually a suzuki 140 with the white johnson paint and decals on it, otherwise it's identical. I agree with the above posts in terms of performance -- I get anywheres between 4 to 5 miles to the gallon depending on sea conditions and I have done numerous shark and offshore wreck fishing trips on my boat without a problem.

If I ever had to re-power I may go to the suzuki 175, but the 140 is fine otherwise.

check out http://www.edsmarinesuperstore.com/

it's where I got my engine and they have great prices on suzuki and it's also a 2% sales tax
 
I have close to 400 hours on mine. I run slow a lot or idle so it is sounding rough and probably needs plugs already. Most of my runs are less than two miles. The motor seldom sees 5000rpm, I run about 42-4600rpm and that gives me 20 kts. It has been a joy to own.

One note: I was not thinking too clearly when I bought a 20 inch one to fit the transom. I should have got the longer shaft and raised the transom. My CC ships far too much water over the stern. It has not been a problem for the motor, I just do not like to see it.
 
snoozer said:
I have close to 400 hours on mine. I run slow a lot or idle so it is sounding rough and probably needs plugs already. Most of my runs are less than two miles. The motor seldom sees 5000rpm, I run about 42-4600rpm and that gives me 20 kts. It has been a joy to own.

One note: I was not thinking too clearly when I bought a 20 inch one to fit the transom. I should have got the longer shaft and raised the transom. My CC ships far too much water over the stern. It has not been a problem for the motor, I just do not like to see it.
Click to expand...

Good to see you check in Snoozer.

I forgot that I did change the sparkplugs last year, it started to run a little rough at idle when cold but straightened right out with new plugs.

I also have a 20 inch motor/transom and I can not remember a single time getting water over the transom, nothing more than a splash anyways.

It may be the difference in the weight distribution of the Cuddy verses CC.
 
Well my friend went and got a new Caroline Skiff DLV 21 with the 140 suzuki. He has about 10 hrs on it by now and is really impressed with it. Quite, Smooth and fuel effecient. At WOT his speedo is showing 49mph, he has not installed the GPS yet. Maybe going out with him tomorrow.

Thanks for all your input.

:beer::beer:
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top