Optimax?

Kinebra · 06-14-2002, 08:46 AM

Okay everyone has beaten-up the Sportjet, what about the Optimax? I thought this sounded interesting..."The Mercury 200 OptiMax Jet Drive also comes standard with a �Hydro-Surge� automatic clean out system. The Hydro-Surge automatically clear weeds and grass from the intake of the jet, while keeping the rocks and larger debris out without turning the engine off."

boater · 06-14-2002, 01:19 PM

it`s a sister to the sportjet, i wouldnt own one, whoops, i better shut up.

Pete · 06-14-2002, 01:40 PM

Boater!!! :grin: The Optimax is an option because of it's lower emissions. Some manufacturers are going with a 4.3L or 5.7L vortec engine for the same reasons, but prefer the reliability. The 175 SportJet is probably going away since it is a "dirty" engine.

boater · 06-14-2002, 01:51 PM

heck then why not buy the new optimax sportjet, sounds like a great setup :smile:

Rusty · 06-14-2002, 06:51 PM

Correct me if I am mistaken, but the Optimax is a version of the Mercury "big block" engines. I believe it comes in 150 to 225 hp., or something very close. It has nothing to do with the installation of a jet pump or prop. I do know for a fact that the spark plugs for the Optimax cost $32.00 EACH! (Times 6!!)

As I said, someone may know something about the term Optimax that is not related to the Mercury engine, but I have not heard of a jet unit called Optimax. I have owned a Mercury 200 hp jet for 22 years.

With caution,

Rusty