On Thu, 15 Sep 2005 12:47:50 -0700, barry wrote:
wrote:
: I would like to know the proper size outboard gas engine that I should
: put on a 18-ft aluminum semi-V/deep-V boat.
: According to Tracker web site, they stated that the max HP for their
: 16-ft deep-V aluminum boat is 40HP. I would assume that the max HP of a
: similar 18-ft boat "may" be around 50HP (?)
50 HP seems very low for an 18 Ft. boat. I'd think something closer to 75 to
100 HP would be more reasonable.
An 18-ft Aluminum is a LONG way from a Bayliner! And some engines (not car
engines, but inboard diesels and I THINK outboards) are MOST efficient at
or near WOT.
40-50hp sounds fine for his boat and his needs. I'd say go 4-stroke for
quietness, although you might want to check the specs of your boat to see
if there's an engine weight restriction.
And considering your other post about taking it on and off, you MIGHT get
by with a 25hp 2-stroke, depending on how slow you're willing to go.
Lloyd Sumpter
"The Tin Boat" Mirrocraft 12