Re: Searching for a 10 hp Johnson or Evinrude

[Leon]

I like the 58 and newer 10’s but the lower units are barely enough to handle that kind of horsepower. They were designed for the 5.5 and 7.5. If there’s any water intrusion, you can kiss the pinion gear and bearing bye bye and the forward gear bearing will soon follow. The older 5 bolt lowers were built to withstand up to 25 horsepower and the little 10hp powerhead is very gentle on them. They weigh a tad more, but very much worth it.