nissan outboards

[bow slayer]

I just picked up a NS5B 5hp Nissan outboard with built in tank for my scanoe. It starts and runs great and looks brand new. It is a mid 90s model. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with these outboards. I was hoping to find a evinrude or johnson but this came along at the right time. Are these reliable outboards? Should I look to sell it and find something else. Any input would be wonderful. thanks.

[Greencoachdog]

They are great little motors!!!... I had a 15 hp for a few years and it was a sweet little motor!!!

[fishforfun]

I've got a 5 horse Nissan made in 89/90 runs like a charm no issues at all.

[pikehunter]

Nissan outboards are Tohatsu. They are sold worldwide so parts should be available if needed. There is a Nissan dealer in Oakville and the marine dealer in Port Dover beside Tim Horton's also sells them.

 

Is your scanoe rated for a 5hp? That would move along real nice.

[bow slayer]

actually it is rated for a 3 hp. for some reason. The other scanoes i came across all were rated for a 5 hp. Maybe coleman had 2 different models.And to answer your question it pushes it along real nice.

[kuhaman]

I have 96 30hp Nissan,had since it was brand new. I have never had a problem with it, its a great motor. Im sure it will last you a long time.

[johnnyb]

No worries with the Nissan....10 years from now it'll still be impressing you

[doubleheader]

I bought a 9.8 HP Nissan for use as a kicker. I'm very satisfied with it. I have a manual start and it always starts first pull and never misses a beat.