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I have a 8HP standard manual start 2006 Honda 4 stroke(BF8). I have been told by a couple of mechanics and dealers that there is absolutely no difference between the motors except the prop(9 1/4 x 8 inches vs 10 x 6.5 inches). Both have the same gear ratio and bottom units 2.33:1. The reason...