Differences in early 90's 351 vs '95+ 351 engines

Is there that much difference in reliability.
I have been told that the EFI has more parts that can go wrong than a simple Carb and fuel pump.
Which motor would be easier to work on for a shade tree mechanic?
In other words - carb vs EFI pros/cons

I dont care about great pulling power, holeshot, and good top end.

What model year Pro Boss motors ran the Pro-Tec ignition?
Also what model year boats had the TBI ignition?

From 91-94, Protec was pretty much standard fare... though technically an option, at least for 93-94. The GT40 (multiport) debuted in '95, and carried the Ford EFI torch from 96 on. The TBI was only offered '94-95.

Many boats out there are still running fine with the original Protec ignition, though I wouldnt claim it to be as reliable as a conventional distributor. Brian was right on all accounts above. A carb will be a little easier to maintain yourself if youre half way handy- fewer parts to fail and easier to troubleshoot. The GT40 is widely considered one of the great marine engines, and is very reliable as well. EFI will start better cold and probably be a little more fuel efficient.

None of the engine options would really scare me away from an otherwise "perfect" boat. GT40 boats will command a little more $$. Id try and negotiate a lower price for a Pro-tec equipped boat on the basis of having to replace it "someday".

TBI. The HO TBI's were labeled "Pro Boss", just like the carb'd versions. (I think even the GT40's got ProBoss labels... though theyre not generally referred to as such.) Only the non-HO TBI's were called ProSkis.

Obviously those pictures and descriptions were posted by someone who knows what theyre talking about.

TRBenj wrote: Obviously those pictures and descriptions were posted by someone who knows what theyre talking about.

Only because he as one of each

TRBenj wrote: TBI. The HO TBI's were labeled "Pro Boss", just like the carb'd versions. (I think even the GT40's got ProBoss labels... though theyre not generally referred to as such.) Only the non-HO TBI's were called ProSkis.

I just wanna follow this thread. Nothing confuses me more than how these motors differ.   Does this motor not have a carb? (forgive the stupidity but all this time I may have been lost)

Thanks Tim, That's kinda what I thought but I was having doubting myself lately due to the fact that it sure as heck looks like there's a carb under that plastic! Good stuff. Thanks!