bow slayer Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 They are great little motors!!!... I had a 15 hp for a few years and it was a sweet little motor!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishforfun Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 I've got a 5 horse Nissan made in 89/90 runs like a charm no issues at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikehunter Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bow slayer Posted July 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuhaman Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 No worries with the Nissan....10 years from now it'll still be impressing you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleheader Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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