I am running 1983 Boston Whaler Revenge Cuddy with 200 OX66 for main power and recently had a 1997 9.9 Yamaha high thrust kicker motor for trolling. Great setup but the 9.9 died last trip out with 400 hrs on it. Couldn't get a handle from dealer or this site on what may have caused the problem. (Ran the oil out within 6 hrs last trip out)I met with dealer yesterday. Would like to stay with Yamaha high thrust because I was very happy with the motor and it's performance until the meltdown. New model for 2005 is the 9.9. What is new about it? My other choice is an 8 hp high thrust with power tilt. Power tilt would be a nice feature. According to the literature it is lighter, only has a 6 amp high output charging system, and costs less. The 9.9 had a 10 amp high output charging system and would push my boat about 6 mph if needed. What could I expect out of the 8 hp model and would the 6 amp charging system be adequet?<br /><br />John