In a message dated 7/17/01 4:14:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time, mgwhite@swbell.net writes: << I am on the verge of buying a Yamaha Four stroke, 40 HP outboard as the engine for my tender, and as a result of this article have become concerned about the integrity of manufacturer's support of their warranty. Does anyone have experience with this group of engines, especially regarding warranty claims? Are there other four stroke manufactures which have a better record? Any experience with Yamaha and their warranty? >> Hi Marty, I had a Yamaha 4 stroke electric start 9.9hp long shaft high thrust outboard on my sailboat back in the late 80s. It was an exceptional engine. I don't see what you are worrying about warranty work on this engine. You won't need any. Mine ran for 5 years without a single glitch. When I sold it, it looked brand new and ran the same. Yamahas are jewels of engines. I don't feel the warranty questions are valid. You will love this engine and will miss it when you sell it. I can't image a Yamaha having warranty problems. I can image them being astonished by a warranty claim. Al Johnson 34' Marine Trader "Angelina" Disclaimer: No I don't own stock in them.