Alumacraft FSX 185 Competitor Honda BF 150 Review, Is it worth it?

[@jp8950]

I have this motor on my 21 foot Hydrasports. I fish the ocean, in rough water at times, and this motor never stops amazing me in all aspects of ownership. It makes plenty of power, is quiet and extremely efficient. Maybe not the most power to weight ratio in the industry, but reliability and quality are top shelf.

[@movingngrooving2022]

With its lower unit's gear ratio being better than other engine companies a larger prop can be placed on the lower unit. This engine was by far my favorite I have owned.

[@timdusek4313]

I have a Honda 150 on my Mirrocraft, and from what I understand, the green light being on is referring to the engine getting sufficient water pressure for cooling.

[@movingngrooving2022]

Thank you.... The green light always stayed on which is a good thing.

[@MC-qg5nu]

I have a 175FSX with a Suzuki 115A SS. Really enjoy how it runs coming from an old 100hp 1989 Mercury 2 stroke that was great in its own right. You have that nice humminbird to tell you the speed as well. The speed pressure readout on my boat reads about 5-10% high compared to gps, your honda could be different of course.

[@movingngrooving2022]

I also used my phone's GPS as a backup to record speed. It was accurate plus or minus 1 mph. What are you seeing for speed out of your 115A SS great motor!

[@MC-qg5nu]

@@movingngrooving2022 On my 175FSX GPS reads 39 with myself and about 200lbs of gear in boat including the trolling motor, batteries, etc. I'm hitting the rev limiter @6300 if I keep it WOT with a 14x20 stainless prop. I think it could carry a little more speed on top end but I'm happy with the all around performance of this one.

[@sha6mm]

I have a ? I am looking at Alumacraft Competitor as well would you buy Alumacraft again ? I am thinking either a 185 with a 150hp or a Alumacraft 175 with 115 Mercury Pro XS with 140hp Suzuki 140hp. I am considering 175 vs 185 because it burns less fuel. But the 185 would be better on Large bodies of water.

[@movingngrooving2022]

185 is the way to go. 1-foot bigger means you will have comfort no matter what. As for burning fuel. go with Suzuki better than the other brands. I wanted to the 185 with the 140 Suzuki because that engine has a larger gearcase and allows for larger props. top end speed might only be 40. Any faster your burning more fuel anyways. a lighter 140 hp is going to make the boat sit level. My boat for sale with its HONDA 150 is the best boat I have ever owned. Mine is new and ready. Plus it comes with lots of extras.

[@movingngrooving2022]

Sorry for the late response I was gone on a trip.

[@movingngrooving2022]

I have two videos that go over my boat for sale if interested.

[@MILITARISTAGGRESSOR]

А что не ямаха F150 SHO V MAX? Потом раздушишь его, если захочешь в 175-185-200 сил, путëм перепрошивки эбу, либо замена эбу на другое, от более мощной версии.

[@Freefajter]

nice engine , what about fuel consumption ? especially on cruise speed 3000 4000 rpm?

[@movingngrooving2022]

The fuel consumption has been very impressive. When running at 3 to 4ooo rpms I can go 3 to 4 weeks without having to fill up. My tank size is 34 gallon and when running those rpms, I run for 20 to 30 min at least 3 times a week. Most of the time I find myself at just on plane which is a lower speed and rpm and find I can go 6 weeks without filling up. Very happy with this engine.

[@movingngrooving2022]

I am out on the water for 2 to 3 hours during the use of the motor running. The lake I am on can be crossed at 15 min so any faster of a boat would make the lake seem small.

[@ryanmcgraw8478]

I have an 18 1/2’ Lund with a 90hp Honda and want to upgrade the motor.My boat is rated for a 150, just wondering what the performance difference is between the 150 and the 140, mpg and speed, any idea?

[@movingngrooving2022]

I know that the 150 was a fuel sipper. It was the best engine I have ever owned. As for specs I had to sell the boat. Personal reasons.