|
posted to rec.boats
|
|
external usenet poster
|
|
First recorded activity by BoatBanter: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,536
|
|
How much motor does a 12' fg need?
On Tue, 06 Nov 2007 17:45:32 -0600, lid wrote:
On Tue, 06 Nov 07, 4:41pm CST, Wayne.B wrote:
You can probably fix that issue by installing a Doel-fin (whale tail)
on the cavitation plate. I just put one on my 20 hp Honda and it made
a huge difference.
What type boat do you have it on? I have a 20hp Honda that I've been
using on a 16' planning dory. Not sure about the boat weight but I'm
thinking 400-450 lbs. Even at top end, the bow is too high so I've
considered Doel Fins. Problem is, I'll also want to use it on a 14',
225lb skiff. I haven't tried the Honda on the skiff yet but I'm
thinking I shouldn't have a bow trim problem with that one. Soooo....I
wouldn't want Doel Fins for that. Not sure what I'll do (or not do) at
this point.
I'm using it on an 11 ft rigid bottom inflatable (RIB). The boat
weighs about 160, motor 130 (elec start/power tilt), battery 10, and
fuel 50 - total about 350 lbs. It does about 20 kts at wide open
throttle using a 9 inch pitch prop.
You should be able to compensate for the differences between boats by
adjusting the tilt. I think you'll like the Doel-fin. It made a huge
difference on my boat, inexpensive and easy to install.
|