markharry114
27.05.2021 8:54:56
There was a ten-year phase-in of this PWC rule at Lake Mead NRA. The rule was announced in 2003. Enforcement began January 1, 2013.
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See full version: Two-Stroke PWC Engine Regulations
There was a ten-year phase-in of this PWC rule at Lake Mead NRA. The rule was announced in 2003. Enforcement began January 1, 2013.
here
Park rangers who identify non-compliant PWCs may ask for license and registration to ensure the model is on the approved list. In some instances, especially for modified engines, the ranger may ask to see the EPA label to ensure it is compliant. [links]
Presently, the two-stroke engine ban only applies to personal watercraft (Jet-Skis, SeaDoos, WaveRunners, etc). here
All Honda PWCs are compliant with the 2006 EPA emissions standards.
Look at your engine. Engines that meet the regulation should have an emission control information label that clearly states that they conform to 2006 or later clean emissions standards. Engines that have been modified to meet the specifications must have a similar label issued by the EPA.
No matter what type of boating adventure you're looking for, the secluded coves and acres of placid waters of Colorado make for an adventurous and extended stay. here
As your location around Colorado changes, so does your boating experience. Consider a peaceful excursion on a serene alpine lake, a pine-tree corralled body of water that supports a fleet of sailboats or canoes. Or hold tight as your motorboat and water skis zip across the waters of a Colorado State Park reservoir on the sun-collecting eastern prairie or vast reservoirs of the Western Slope. Jet boating on the Colorado River is another way to feel the wind whip through your hair. [links]
If you do come to Colorado carrying a boat, be sure it adheres to all state licensing before your hull touches water. For information on boat registration and Colorado's boatable waters, contact the Colorado State Park system. Horsepower limits also apply to various bodies of water, so make sure your motors don’t overpower what’s allowed. here
Tohatsu Outboard Engine on raft. more
Tohatsu is Japan’s oldest outboard manufacturer. Tohatsu’s first outboard engine was built in 1956, and from the beginning were found on the belief of building an engine that is dependable and adaptable to different uses. Over the last 60 years the outboards have served a variety of different industries including rafting on the Colorado River, commercial fishing, marine transport, competition, and recreation. To keep up with the competition and customer demands, products have been developed and researched with know-how and advanced technology. Tohatsu built its first 4-stroke engine in 1998, its first TLDI(Two-Stroke, Low Presser, Direct, Injection) clean burning two stroke engine in 2000, and introduced the Everrun series aimed at commercial industries in 2011. Tohatsu was the first to offer a battery-less EFI system in the 30 HP that provides quick throttle response and very smooth rides on the water. This is the engine that Colorado River & Trail Expeditions uses on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon. Prior to manufacturing outboards “Takata Motor Research Institute,” which was founded in 1922 built train carriages, high-speed portable engine generators, motorcycles, and radio controlled generators.
Tohatsu Marine Corporation was set up in 1988 as joint venture with Brunswick Corporation, USA. Mercury Marine is a division of Brunswick Corporation and many of the smaller Mercury Outboards are just rebranded Tohatsu Engines. In addition, the entire line of Nissan outboards are rebranded Tohatsus. More recently Evinrude/Bombardier released a press release saying that they would be rebranding small Tohatsu engines for their line, and Tohatsu has begun using larger Honda outboards(60, 75, 90, 115, 150, 200, 225 and 250 hp models) to fill out their line-up. All in all Tohatsu seems to have a pretty amazing line of engines.
Colorado River & Trail Expeditions was the first to use the Tohatsu four stroke 30 hp outboard engine for rafting the Grand Canyon in 2002. We have been impressed with the Tohatsu from that first trip and continue to utilize the Tohatsu 30 hp which over time has evolved from a carbureted model to an electronic fuel injected model or EFI. The 30 HP weighs about 158 lbs in its basic form which is very competitive with Honda and other manufacturers. The engine does a great job in the rapids and heat of Grand Canyon and very rarely has been swapped out for the spare because of a mechanical problem. more
Tom Lynch, WA
1998 8 hp Nissan Outboard here
Gary Hunter, WA
2004 9.9 hp Mercury Fish Camp Outboar d [links]
It's been a great year. It is on a mint 1969 14 foot DuraNautic aluminum
fishing boat that was given to me. Because of the age and design of the boat
I could not go for the heavier 4 stroke. The motor is perfect. Everyone
comments on how powerful, quiet and clean it is. We can talk to each other
at speed and its so quiet we can troll for trout and put-put near the shore
for bass. We don't need a second electric trolling motor with this little
guy. It goes nearly nearly 30 MPH with me and my kid and unlike the new
heavy 4 strokes, at 75 lbs it does not make the rear end sink. It gets great
mileage too.
Great Motor! We have take it on the river and it brings us home safely. more
April Sanders, TX
1996 Evinrude 25 hp Long Shaft Outboard Motor
- 1988 16'6" Blue Fin Superhawk
- 50HP Mercury oil injected 2-stroke outboard
- 55LB 12V Minn Kota Powerdrive trolling motor with foot controller
- Escort single axle galvanized trailer with full sized spare
- Humminbird 757c GPS Fishing System
- 3 Channel onboard 110V battery charger
- Approximately 30 Gallon livewell
- 3 seats - 1 bow, 1 captains, 1 rear
- 2 Hydrostatic Inflatable Automatic PFDs
- 3 Bass Pro Shops XPS deep cycle batteries
- 1 Starting battery
- 6 Gallon and 3 Gallon tanks here
I have owned this boat for 4 years and it was garaged 3 of the 4 years (not the last year, was in outdoor storage). The boat and all the above equipment are in very good condition. The outboard motor is in excellent condition. I am only the second owner of this rig. The only thing needed is one of the three deep cycle batteries needs to be replaced (the one that runs the fishfinder and all accessories). I used this boat mostly the first season I owned it then just a few times each season after and none this season. I am selling this rig because I do not use it enough, don't want to store it, and the maintenance is more than I want to deal with. I am going back to a more simple carefree shore fishing lifestyle. I am selling this boat AS IS fully functional (except the one deep cycle) for $3000. [links]